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leaking

/liːkɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does leaking mean?

verb

To allow liquid, gas, or matter to escape from a container or system, often unintentionally. To become known or revealed, often in a gradual or unintentional way.

Example

"The pipe was leaking water all over the floor."

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