creepage
(ˈkriːpɪdʒ)
[f. creep v. + -age.]
Gradual movement; spec. leakage of electricity.
| 1903 Electr. World & Engin. 7 Nov. 777 (Cent. D. Suppl. s.v. Oil-thrower), Special oil throwers are provided to prevent the creepage of oil along the shaft. 1958 Which? I. ii. 22/1 We tested the motor for safety... This included brush, creepage and wiring compliance. 1966 McGraw-Hill Encycl. Sci. & Technol. VII. 158/2 These [insulators] are made of glazed porcelain, with a series of skirts to lengthen the creepage paths and provide maximum resistance to flash-over. |