seepage (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈsiːpɪdʒ/

Definition

The slow, gradual escape of a liquid or gas through a porous material or small opening.

Examples

• Engineers monitored the seepage from the dam to ensure the structure remained stable.

• The chemical seepage into the groundwater posed a significant risk to local wildlife.

• A thin layer of oil seepage was visible on the surface of the old engine.

Synonyms of seepage

Words with a similar meaning to seepage:

• leak
• oozing
• percolation
• exudation

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