Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
leakage
noun
/ˈliːkɪdʒ/
Definition
The act of leaking or the state of being leaked; the unintentional escape of fluid or gas.
Examples
- There was a leakage in the pipeline that caused a significant loss of water.
- The technician reported a leakage of coolant from the engine.
- We need to address the leakage in our budget to ensure financial stability.
Meaning
Leakage refers to the process in which a substance, such as liquid or gas, escapes from a container or system, often due to a crack, hole, or other flaw.
Synonyms
- escape
- seepage
- drainage
- spill
- flow
