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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Small blood vessels in the retina can become damaged, leading to leakage and rupture. — Angela Ryan Lee, Verywell Health, 23 June 2026 The companies that have their spend under control can reduce leakage, protect margins and free up cash for future growth. — Andrew Zhyvolovych, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 Type 2 lounges must be fully enclosed indoors, sound proofed and have an advanced HVAC system to limit smoke leakage and prevent odor. — Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 24 June 2026 Among the combinations studied, the team found that electron leakage could be suppressed at dimensions below 4 nanometers, suggesting future transistors may be scaled even further than current technologies allow. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 16 June 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

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

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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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