leakage

noun

leak·​age ˈlē-kij How to pronounce leakage (audio)
1
a
: the act or process or an instance of leaking
b
: loss of electricity especially due to faulty insulation
2
: something or the amount that leaks

Examples of leakage in a Sentence

trying to prevent accidental leakages Leakages of about 30 percent were reported. taking steps to prevent leakage of confidential information
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Additionally, organizations need to monitor for data leakage at multiple inspection points, including user prompts, data retrieval and AI responses. Rehan Jalil, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 Organizations must also monitor responses to prevent sensitive data leakage and ensure alignment with corporate policies on toxicity and prohibited topics. 5. Rehan Jalil, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 Decaying wood: Decaying wood, whether from water leakage or other causes, can lead to mildew growth. Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2024 Guardrails work by analyzing user prompts and AI responses to detect and mitigate issues like AI hallucinations, data leakage, prompt injections, and inappropriate responses, without needing to edit the system prompt. Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 17 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for leakage 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of leakage was in the 15th century

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“Leakage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/leakage. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

leakage

noun
leak·​age ˈlē-kij How to pronounce leakage (audio)
1
a
: the act, process, or an instance of leaking
b
: loss of electricity due especially to faulty insulation
2
: something or the amount that is lost in a leak

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