leakage

noun

leak·age ˈlē-kij

: the act or process or an instance of leaking

: loss of electricity especially due to faulty insulation

: something or the amount that leaks

Examples of leakage in a Sentence

trying to prevent accidental leakages Leakages of about 30 percent were reported. taking steps to prevent leakage of confidential information

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However, keeping the materials stable and preventing contaminant leakage over years of operation remains a challenge. — New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2026 The main risk is whether the integration and disruption causes some leakage in core ops, and/or whether Media fundamentals change or are disrupted by tech. — Todd Spangler, Variety, 14 Oct. 2026 The open design also creates a sound leakage problem in both directions. — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 13 Oct. 2026 The flour tortillas are Chihuahua-style, delicately flaky, but dense and pliable enough to prevent leakage. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for leakage

Word History

Etymology

Middle English lecage, from leken "to leak entry 1" + -age -age

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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leakage

noun

leak·age ˈlē-kij

: the act, process, or an instance of leaking

: loss of electricity due especially to faulty insulation

: something or the amount that is lost in a leak

leakage

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Examples of leakage in a Sentence

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