leak
Translation
to leak, to escape, to disclose
Examples
The pipe is leaking water.
The pipe is leaking water.
The secret was leaked to the press.
The secret was leaked to the press.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to leak (sth.) The pipe is leaking water.
to leak ((sth.)) ((to sb.)) to disclose (sth.) to (sb.) The secret was leaked to the press.
Similar Words
Synonyms: drip, seep, escape; Antonyms: seal, contain
Etymology
From Old Norse 'leka', meaning 'to drip'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'leak' in a boat, making you feel 'weak'.