LEAKS
/liːks/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of LEAKS
A crack, crevice, fissure, or hole which admits water or other fluid, or lets it escape.
"a leak in a boat"
The entrance or escape of a fluid through a crack, fissure, or other aperture.
"The babies' diapers had big leaks."
A divulgation, or disclosure, of information previously held secret.
"The leaks by Chelsea Manning showed the secrets of the US military."
To allow fluid or gas to pass through an opening that should be sealed.
"The faucet has been leaking since last month."
(of a fluid or gas) To pass through an opening that should be sealed.
"No one realized that propane gas was leaking from a rusty tank in the concession area, slowly filling the unventilated room."
To disclose secret information surreptitiously or anonymously.
"Someone must have leaked it to our competitors that the new product will be out soon."
Examples of LEAKS in a Sentence
- "a leak in a boat"
- "The babies' diapers had big leaks."
- "The leaks by Chelsea Manning showed the secrets of the US military."
- "The faucet has been leaking since last month."
Word Details
Is LEAKS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LEAKS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LEAKS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LEAKS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | e | a | k | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 10 |
Anagrams of LEAKS
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LEAKS
50 words from the letters in LEAKS
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How to Use LEAKS in Word Games
LEAKS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, LEAKS is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble LEAKS to find 50 additional valid words.