Meaning of the word seep in English
What does seep mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
seep
US /siːp/
UK /siːp/
Verb
to flow or leak slowly through small holes or porous material
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Water began to seep through the cracks in the wall.
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Blood was seeping through the bandage.
Noun
a spot where water or petroleum trickles out of the ground to form a pool
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The geologists discovered an oil seep in the valley.
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Natural gas seeps are common in this region.