fugitive emission

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Leaks and other irregular releases of gases or vapors from a pressurized containment – such as appliances, storage tanks, pipelines, wells, or other pieces of equipment – mostly from industrial activities.

Word forms

fugitive emission fugitive emissions
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