Definition of lye Lye

/lajˈ/ - [lay] - lye

We found 8 definitions of lye from 6 different sources.

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Noun

Plural: lyes

lye - a strong solution of sodium or potassium hydroxide
  caustic any chemical substance that burns or destroys living tissue
  caustic potash, potash, potassium hydroxide a potassium compound often used in agriculture and industry
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  • lye (Noun)
    A strong caustic alkaline solution of potassium or sodium salts, obtained by leaching wood ashes. It is much used in making soap as well as its use in biodiesel.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary πŸ“˜

  • lye (n.)
    A strong caustic alkaline solution of potassium salts, obtained by leaching wood ashes. It is much used in making soap, etc.
  • lye (n.)
    A short side line, connected with the main line; a turn-out; a siding.
  • lye (n.)
    A falsehood.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ξ©

  • lye
    The alkaline solution that is obtained from the leaching of wood ashes.\n(Source: MGH)

Vulgar Tongue DictionaryDictionary of the Vulgar Tongue πŸ‘…

  • lye
    Chamber lye; urine.

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  • lye, noun, singular of lyes.

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