Leakage: meaning, definitions and examples

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leakage

 

[ หˆliหkษชdส’ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

data protection

The unauthorized transfer of data to an unintended recipient, usually through a breach in security measures.

Synonyms

breach, disclosure, exposure.

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Word Description / Examples
leakage

Used when there is an uncontrolled escape of information, liquid, or gas, typically implying something physical or tangible escaping from a container or system.

  • The water leakage in the basement caused significant damage.
  • Data leakage can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information.
breach

Commonly used in legal, security, or contractual contexts when there has been a violation or breaking of a rule, agreement, or a system's security.

  • There was a significant breach of contract when the supplier failed to deliver on time.
  • The company suffered a data breach that exposed customer information.
exposure

Indicates being revealed or uncovered, often used in contexts where someone or something is put at risk or uncovered to some harmful element.

  • Prolonged exposure to the sun without sunscreen can cause skin damage.
  • The journalist's investigation led to the exposure of widespread corruption.
disclosure

Refers to the act of making information known or public, often related to financial, legal, or confidential contexts. It can be formal and sometimes required by law.

  • Full disclosure of financial records was necessary to complete the audit.
  • The employee was fired for unauthorized disclosure of confidential information.

Examples of usage

  • The company suffered a data leakage due to a cyber attack.
  • Sensitive information was exposed due to a leakage in the system.
Context #2 | Noun

liquid

The act of leaking or the state of being leaked, especially in reference to liquids.

Synonyms

drip, seepage, spillage.

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leakage

This term is often used to describe the unintended escape of fluids or gases from a container or system. It can be used in various contexts, including technical, financial, and environmental discussions.

  • The leakage from the oil pipeline caused significant environmental damage.
  • There was a data leakage at the company, compromising customer information.
seepage

Use this term to describe the slow escape of a liquid through porous material or small holes. It is often used in geological, environmental, or construction contexts.

  • Seepage from the underground tanks caused contamination of the groundwater.
  • There was water seepage in the basement after the heavy rain.
drip

This word is suitable for describing a small, continuous flow of liquid, usually drop by drop, from a container. It is often used in a household or medical setting.

  • The faucet has a constant drip that keeps me awake at night.
  • The doctor mentioned that the intravenous drip would help him recover faster.
spillage

This term is used to describe the accidental overflow or scattering of liquid or substances, often implying a mess or accident. It is commonly used in industrial or everyday situations.

  • The spillage of chemicals in the lab required immediate cleanup.
  • There was a spillage of milk on the kitchen counter.

Examples of usage

  • There was a leakage in the pipe causing water damage.
  • The leakage of oil from the tanker polluted the ocean.

Translations

Translations of the word "leakage" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vazamento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเฅ€เค•เฅ‡เคœ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Leckage

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kebocoran

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะธั‚ั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wyciek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆผใ‚Œ (ใ‚‚ใ‚Œ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fuite

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fuga

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sฤฑzฤฑntฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ˆ„์ถœ (nuchul)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุณุฑุจ (tasarrub)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รบnik

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ รบnik

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆณ„ๆผ (xiรจlรฒu)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ puลกฤanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ leka

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐา“ั‹ะฟ ะบะตั‚ัƒ (aฤŸyp ketu)

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒŸแƒแƒœแƒ•แƒ (gazhonva)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sฤฑzma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fuga

Etymology

The word 'leakage' originated from the Middle English word 'lekage', which came from the Old English 'leca', meaning 'leak'. The term has been used since the 14th century to describe the action of leaking or the state of being leaked, both in reference to liquids and information.

See also: leak, leaker.

Word Frequency Rank

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