leakage

noun

leak·​age ˈlē-kij How to pronounce leakage (audio)
1
a
: the act or process or an instance of leaking
b
: loss of electricity especially due to faulty insulation
2
: 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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The leakage costs the town anywhere from $400,000 to $650,000 in annual revenues. John Aguilar, The Denver Post, 17 Feb. 2025 One of the biggest risks is the potential for accidental leakage of credentials. Bob Violino, CNBC, 15 Feb. 2025 These appliances help reduce the risk of detachment and leakage if the bag gets overly full. Jamin Brahmbhatt, Verywell Health, 12 Feb. 2025 The threat of sensitive corporate data leakage into open foundation models is both real and pervasive. Maribel Lopez, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for leakage

Word History

First Known Use

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

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The first known use of leakage was in the 15th century

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“Leakage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/leakage. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.

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leakage

noun
leak·​age ˈlē-kij How to pronounce leakage (audio)
1
a
: the act, process, or an instance of leaking
b
: loss of electricity due especially to faulty insulation
2
: something or the amount that is lost in a leak

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