WASTAGE

[noun] [U]Water companies have got to cut down on wastage.One of the big arguments in favour of public transport is that it cuts down on fuel wastage.Wastage is [UK and ANZ] for natural wastage.See at nature (LIFE).(UK) Wastage (US and ANZ attrition) can also refer to the people who leave an educational or training course before it has finished.The wastage rates on the degree courses are a cause for concern.