Definitions

1. noun

a small amount of liquid or gas that escapes from a container or system.

“The leak in the pipe caused a significant amount of water to flood the basement.”

2. verb

to flow or issue out slowly, typically in small amounts.

“The water will leak out of the container if it’s not sealed properly.”

3. verb

to reveal or divulge confidential or secret information.

“She didn’t want to leak the news to the press until the official announcement was made.”

4. verb

to allow or cause something to escape or be released.

“The company’s financial struggles were leaked to the public by an anonymous source.”

5. noun

a source of information that is not officially confirmed or authorized.

“The leak in the news suggested that the government was planning a major overhaul of the healthcare system.”