seepage

noun

seep·​age ˈsē-pij 

1

: the process of seeping : oozing

2

: a quantity of fluid that has seeped (as through porous material)

Examples of seepage in a Sentence

Check for seepage in the basement.

Recent Examples on the Web

Once pests are removed, there may be more necessary patching to prevent water seepage. — Helen Andriatsitohaina, The Spruce, 24 June 2026

The seepage was considered routine at the time it was spotted, and plans were made to make repairs from within the tunnel. — Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 13 Apr. 2026

The small species have been recorded in seepage and marshy areas of lowlands, and in addition to Timber Rattlesnakes, have been observed in upland forests that were unrestricted by water. — Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 11 Mar. 2026

Residents living downstream from two Michigan dams were advised to evacuate after seepage was found at the base of the Bellaire Dam in Antrim County. — Kenton Gewecke, ABC News, 14 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1825, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

seepage

noun

seep·​age ˈsē-pij 

1

: the process of seeping

2

: a quantity of fluid that has seeped through something