Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spring-a-leak
Idiomatic expression
/sprɪŋ ə liːk/
Definition
To begin to leak suddenly or unexpectedly.
Examples
- The water tank started to spring a leak during the storm.
- If that old pipe springs a leak, we’ll have to call a plumber immediately.
- Be careful with that bottle; it’s been known to spring a leak when shaken.
Meaning
The phrase ‘spring-a-leak’ is used when a container or object suddenly develops a hole from which liquid escapes.
Synonyms
- start to leak
- develop a leak
- leak suddenly
