spillage

noun

spill·​age ˈspi-lij 

1

: the act or process of spilling

2

: the quantity that spills : material lost or scattered by spilling

Examples of spillage in a Sentence

The design of this travel mug helps prevent spillage.

Recent Examples on the Web

Officials said spillage sent contamination into the Columbia River, considered the lifeblood of the Pacific Northwest. — Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2026

The rules of Stein Hoist are typically that the arm stays fully extended, the contestant cannot switch hands, and any spillage is grounds for immediate disqualification. — Hank Beckman, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2026

Jelly-like, three-dimensional pads contour the cups and provide a push-up effect, thus lifting and preventing spillage. — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026

While another tester found the band ran small and experienced some side spillage as a result, both agreed that the fabric felt buttery and breathable. — Jenny Berg, InStyle, 29 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for spillage

• millage
• pillage
• village

Kids Definition

spillage

noun

spill·​age ˈspil-ij 

1

: the act or process of spilling

2

: the quantity that spills