seepage
|seep/age|
B2
/ˈsiːpɪdʒ/
slow escape
Etymology
Etymology Information
'seepage' originates from the verb 'seep', which comes from Middle English 'sipen', meaning 'to soak or percolate'.
Historical Evolution
'sipen' transformed into the modern English word 'seep', and 'seepage' was derived from it to describe the process or result of seeping.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to soak or percolate', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the slow escape of a liquid or gas'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the slow escape of a liquid or gas through porous material or small holes.
The seepage of water through the dam was a cause for concern.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45