Noun
/ˈliː.kər/
The word leaker refers to a person or entity that reveals or discloses confidential information, typically without authorization. This term is most often used in contexts involving top-secret government documents, corporate information, or sensitive data. In terms of frequency, "leaker" is more commonly encountered in written contexts, especially within journalistic articles, legal documents, and political discussions than in casual spoken English.
The whistleblower was labeled a leaker by the government.
Засекреченный информатор был охарактеризован как утечка правительством.
Many companies are tightening their security to prevent employees from becoming leakers.
Многие компании усиливают безопасность, чтобы предотвратить утечки от сотрудников.
The investigation uncovered the identity of the leaker who had shared classified information.
Расследование выявило личность утечка, который поделился секретной информацией.
The term "leaker" does not have widely recognized idiomatic expressions that include the word itself. However, the concept of leaking information has led to various phrases and contexts in which "leaker" is relevant:
The company's policies are ineffective, and their confidential data is leaking like a sieve.
Политика компании неэффективна, и их конфиденциальные данные утечка, как решето.
Caught in the leak
Many were caught in the leak when sensitive emails were exposed online.
Многие оказались пойманными в утечке, когда конфиденциальные электронные письма были обнародованы в интернете.
Be a leaker
The word "leaker" derives from the verb "leak," which originates from the Old English leacian, meaning "to let in a small amount of water" or "to drip." The noun form "leak" appeared in Middle English around the 14th century, while "leaker" naturally emerged as a derivative to describe someone who leaks information.