Pronunciation: [dɹˈɪpɪd͡ʒ] (IPA) 
The word "drippage" is spelled with two p's to represent the /p/ sound, followed by a single g to represent the /dʒ/ sound. The word is often used in the context of leaks or water damage, and refers to the act or result of dripping. The IPA phonetic transcription of "drippage" is /ˈdrɪpɪdʒ/, with emphasis on the first syllable, where the /ɪ/ sound is pronounced as in the word "it".
Drippage refers to the act or process of dripping, or the result of something dripping. It is a noun that describes the action or occurrence of a liquid falling in small drops, usually referring to a slow and constant process over time. Drippage typically implies the accidental or unintentional release and subsequent falling of liquid.
In a literal sense, drippage can occur when a substance, such as water or oil, leaks or seeps out of a container, pipe, or surface, forming small droplets that fall to the ground or a lower surface. It often suggests a slow and steady flow, rather than a sudden or large-scale release.
Metaphorically, drippage can be used to describe the unintended spreading or dissemination of information, ideas, or influence. It denotes a gradual or indirect transfer or propagation of something, often deemed undesirable or unwanted. This usage indicates the slow and subtle nature of the process, suggesting that it may go unnoticed or be difficult to control or contain.
Overall, drippage is a term that encompasses both the physical act of liquid dripping and the metaphorical concept of gradual dissemination or transfer, highlighting the small, incremental nature of the process in both literal and figurative contexts.
The word "drippage" is derived from the verb "drip". The term "drip" originated from the Old English word "drypan", meaning "to fall in drops" or "to drop down". Over time, "drypan" evolved into "drip" in Middle English. "Drippage" is a noun form that developed by adding the suffix "-age" to "drip", indicating a quality or action related to dripping.
