leaky Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective permitting the unwanted passage of fluids or gases
    • a leaky roof
    • a leaky defense system
  2. adjective satellite used informally; unable to retain urine
  3. adjective satellite prone to communicate confidential information
    talebearing; tattling; blabbermouthed.

WordNet


Leak"y adjective
Wordforms
comparative Leakier ; superlative Leakiest
Definitions
  1. Permitting water or other fluid to leak in or out; as, a leaky roof or cask.
  2. Apt to disclose secrets; tattling; not close. Colloq.

Webster 1913