Definitions

1. noun

the process by which a liquid or gas slowly escapes or flows through a porous or permeable material.

“The seepage from the leaky pipe damaged the basement floor.”

2. noun

the amount or extent of something that seeps or escapes.

“The seepage of water from the roof is causing structural issues.”

3. noun

a slow and steady movement of something through a porous or permeable material.

“The seepage of oil into the groundwater is a significant environmental concern.”

4. verb

to move or flow slowly through a porous or permeable material.

“The water seeped through the sand and into the ocean.”

5. verb

to slowly leak or escape.

“The seepage of gas from the pipe caused a buildup of pressure.”