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Leak
01
the discharge of a fluid from some container
02
an opening or gap that allows fluid or gas to escape
Example
The plumber fixed the leak in the kitchen sink.
A gas leak in the building forced an emergency evacuation.
03
unauthorized (especially deliberate) disclosure of confidential information
04
a euphemism for urination
05
soft watery rot in fruits and vegetables caused by fungi
to leak
01
(of liquid or gas) to escape through a hole or crack in a container or structure
Intransitive
Example
Despite efforts to contain it, the toxic waste continued to leak from the damaged storage tank.
Air leaked from the balloon when it was punctured.
02
to let gas or liquid flow through a crack or small hole
Intransitive
Example
She noticed a strange smell in the kitchen and discovered that the gas stove was leaking.
The old roof started to leak during the heavy rain, causing water damage to the ceiling.
03
to intentionally reveal something private or secret
Transitive: to leak information or secrets
Example
He leaked the company ’s financial plans to a competitor for personal gain.
Someone leaked details about the surprise event, ruining the surprise.
04
(of secret or private information) to become publicly revealed
Intransitive
Example
News of the new policy leaked early, causing confusion in the office.
The celebrity 's private messages leaked online, creating a scandal.
