leak
/lˈik/
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Definitions
Noun
an accidental hole that allows something (fluid or light etc.) to enter or escape; "one of the tires developed a leak"
Noun
soft watery rot in fruits and vegetables caused by fungi
Noun
a euphemism for urination; "he had to take a leak"
Noun
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"
Noun
unauthorized (especially deliberate) disclosure of confidential information
Verb
tell anonymously; "The news were leaked to the paper"
Verb
be leaked; "The news leaked out despite his secrecy"
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enter or escape as through a hole or crack or fissure; "Water leaked out of the can into the backpack"; "Gas leaked into the basement"
Verb
have an opening that allows light or substances to enter or go out; "The container leaked gasoline"; "the roof leaks badly"