Leak: meaning, definitions and examples

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leak

[ liːk ]

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information

An unauthorized release of confidential information, often to the media or public. Leaks can come from government sources, corporate sources, or individuals with access to sensitive information.

Synonyms

disclosure, exposure, reveal

Examples of usage

The leak of classified documents exposed government corruption.
The company faced a backlash after a leak of customer data.

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liquid

To accidentally or intentionally allow a substance to escape or pass through a hole or crack. Can refer to liquids, gases, or other substances.

Synonyms

drip, flow out, seep

Examples of usage

The roof started to leak during the heavy rain.
The pipe leaked oil into the river.

Translations

Translations of the word "leak" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vazamento

🇮🇳 रिसाव

🇩🇪 Leck

🇮🇩 kebocoran

🇺🇦 витік

🇵🇱 wyciek

🇯🇵 漏れ (もれ)

🇫🇷 fuite

🇪🇸 fuga

🇹🇷 sızıntı

🇰🇷 누출 (nuchul)

🇸🇦 تسرب

🇨🇿 únik

🇸🇰 únik

🇨🇳 泄漏 (xièlòu)

🇸🇮 puščanje

🇮🇸 leka

🇰🇿 ағу

🇬🇪 გაჟონვა (gazhonva)

🇦🇿 sızma

🇲🇽 fuga

Word origin

The word 'leak' originated from the Old English word 'lecan', meaning 'to drip'. Over time, it evolved to refer to the unintended escape of liquids or information. The modern usage of 'leak' in the context of information disclosure gained popularity in the 20th century with the rise of media reporting and whistleblowing.