leakage

noun

leak·​age ˈlē-kij How to pronounce leakage (audio)
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
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Pay Attention To Data Security Principles Clearly formulate the data security and governance principles for the underlying datasets used for generative AI to avoid unwanted data leakage and unauthorized access. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025 But that also means that security teams need to find ways to secure these new applications, which bring new risks like data leakage. Sam Sabin, Axios, 21 Jan. 2025 Blood vessels become increasingly fragile, allowing for the leakage of the likes of inflammation mediators and some immunity cells, like monocytes or macrophages. Jennifer Weil, WWD, 14 Jan. 2025 Choose headphones that fit well: Headphones that fit well prevent sound leakage and reduce the need to turn up the volume. Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 3 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for leakage 

Word History

First Known Use

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

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The first known use of leakage was in the 15th century

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“Leakage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/leakage. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

leakage

noun
leak·​age ˈlē-kij How to pronounce leakage (audio)
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

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