leaky (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈliːki/

Definition

Having holes or cracks that allow liquid or gas to escape or enter.

Examples

• We need to fix the leaky faucet before the water bill gets any higher.

• The leaky boat started taking on water shortly after we left the dock.

• Management launched an investigation after several leaky documents appeared in the local newspaper.

Synonyms of leaky

Words with a similar meaning to leaky:

• porous
• permeable

Antonyms of leaky

Words with the opposite meaning to leaky:

• watertight
• airtight

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