Leakage (Noun)
Meaning
The discharge of a fluid from some container; "they tried to stop the escape of gas from the damaged pipe"; "he had to clean up the leak".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- The factory's maintenance team was tasked with identifying and fixing the leakage in the water pipes that had caused a small flood.
- Leakage from the storage tank was discovered when workers noticed a strong smell of chemicals in the surrounding area.
- Regular inspection and maintenance of equipment is crucial in preventing leakage and subsequent contamination of food products.
- To prevent leakage of sensitive information, employees were required to sign confidentiality agreements before being given access to classified documents.
- After a storm caused damage to the roof, there was noticeable leakage of water into the attic and upper floor of the building.