leakage

noun

leak·​age ˈlē-kij 

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Urine might have an easier time getting through, for example, which can lead to leakage. —Angela Haupt, Time, 27 June 2025

Neglecting governance can lead to data leakage, compliance violations and reputational damage. —Blake Gibson, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025

Hard poops hanging out in your pelvis can put pressure on your bladder and also lead to more urgency or leakage of pee. —Sara Reardon, Flow Space, 10 June 2025

These figures underscore the technology’s potential to significantly boost a company’s bottom line by minimizing revenue leakage. —Grace Butler, USA Today, 7 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

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

Kids Definition

leakage

noun

leak·​age ˈlē-kij 

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