leak

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Definitions

v.

To allow fluid or gas to escape through a hole or crack; to disclose secret information.

漏;渗漏;泄露(秘密)

n.

A hole or crack that lets fluid or gas escape; an unauthorized disclosure of secret information.

漏洞;裂缝;泄露

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
leakother
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Example Sentences

  • 1.

    A small leak in the roof caused significant water damage to the ceiling.

  • 2.

    The journalist's leak of classified documents shocked the government.

  • 3.

    Air leaked slowly from the punctured bicycle tire throughout the night.

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