leaks

leaks · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Multiple unintended holes or cracks through which liquid or gas escapes.

  2. 2.

    Third person singular present tense of "leak": allows liquid or gas to escape.

  3. 3.

    Multiple unauthorized disclosures of confidential information.

  4. 4.

    Discloses confidential information.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    spring leaks — to develop multiple leaks suddenly
  • •
    plug the leaks — to stop unauthorized disclosures

Related words

Antonyms: seals
See also: leak, leaked, leaking
Synonyms: breaches, disclosures, drips, seepages

Etymology

From Middle English leken, from Old Norse leka ("to drip, leak"). Plural formed by adding -s.