radiation leak — The accidental escape or release of radioactive materials from a nuclear facility or container
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The accidental escape or release of radioactive materials from a nuclear facility or container
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌreɪdiˈeɪʃən liːk/
Example Sentences
- The superhero's biggest fear wasn't villains, but a radiation leak ruining his perfect tan.
- Emergency protocols were activated immediately after the radiation leak was discovered.
- The scientist's dating profile read: 'No radiation leaks in my lab, but I might make your heart melt.'
radiation leak
NOUN[/ˌreɪdiˈeɪʃən liːk/]
The accidental escape or release of radioactive materials from a nuclear facility or container
Engineers in hazmat suits scramble as a radiation leak triggers alarms at the power plant.
Radiation leak makes you too weak to speak!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Radiation derives from Latin 'radiatus' (to emit light or rays), itself from 'radius' (ray). Leak originates from Old Norse 'leka' (to drip or let fall). The compound term 'radiation leak' emerged in the 20th century with the development of nuclear technology, denoting the uncontrolled escape of radioactive material.
Breakdown
Radiation: radi- (ray) + -ation (process/condition); Leak: from Old Norse leka (to drip). The compound describes the process of radioactive rays escaping uncontrollably from a containment source.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The superhero's biggest fear wasn't villains, but a radiation leak ruining his perfect tan.”
“Emergency protocols were activated immediately after the radiation leak was discovered.”
“The scientist's dating profile read: 'No radiation leaks in my lab, but I might make your heart melt.'”
“International monitoring systems track radiation leaks worldwide to ensure public safety.”
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