Definition

A slow and gradual movement or change, often referring to the leakage of electricity across a surface.

Example

The creep of the electrical current caused a malfunction in the device.

Conversation

Have you noticed the creepage in the paint on the wall over there?

Yeah, it looks like it's been slowly moving down for a while now.

I wonder if we should do something about that creepage before it gets worse.

Definitely, it might lead to bigger problems if we ignore it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Creepage → It is formed from "creep" (from Old English "crēopan", meaning to move slowly or stealthily) and "-age" (a suffix indicating a process or action). The word "creepage" refers to the process of creeping or the act of moving slowly.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for moving slowly ('creep') combined with the idea of a process ('-age') — this helps you remember that 'creepage' is about the action of moving slowly.

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