LYE

Lye

Lye is a term that can refer to the liquid obtained by leaching ashes, or to a strong alkali which is highly soluble in water producing caustic basic solutions. It is commonly the alternative name of sodium hydroxide or historically potassium hydroxide .

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lye

Noun

  1. An alkaline liquid made by leaching ashes (usually wood ashes).
  2. Potassium or sodium hydroxide.

Noun (etymology 2)

  1. A short side line, connected with the main line; a turn-out; a siding.

Verb



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