Dictionary definition · leak
noun
- an accidental hole that allows something (fluid or light etc.) to enter or escape"one of the tires developed a leak"
- soft watery rot in fruits and vegetables caused by fungi
- a euphemism for urination"he had to take a leak"
- the discharge of a fluid from some container"they tried to stop the escape of gas from the damaged pipe"
- unauthorized (especially deliberate) disclosure of confidential information
verb
- tell anonymously"The news was leaked to the paper"
- be leaked"The news leaked out despite his secrecy"
- enter or escape as through a hole or crack or fissure"Water leaked out of the can into the backpack"
- have an opening that allows light or substances to enter or go out"The container leaked gasoline"
Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).