leaker
|leak/er|
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/ˈliːkər/
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/ˈliːkə/
(leak)
unintended escape
Etymology
Etymology Information
'leaker' originates from the English word 'leak', which comes from Middle English 'leken', derived from Old Norse 'leka', meaning 'to drip or leak'.
Historical Evolution
'leken' transformed into the modern English word 'leak', and 'leaker' was formed by adding the suffix '-er' to denote a person or thing that leaks.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'leak' meant 'to allow liquid to escape', but over time it evolved to include the release of information.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or thing that leaks information, especially confidential or sensitive data.
The journalist received the documents from an anonymous leaker.
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Last updated: 2025/01/28 19:46