Thesaurus: lye

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1. n. A strong caustic alkaline solution of potassium salts, obtained by leaching wood ashes. It is much used in making soap, etc.
2. n. A short side line, connected with the main line; a turn-out; a siding.
3. n. A falsehood.
4. n. a strong solution of sodium or potassium hydroxide
5. A strong caustic alkaline solution of potassium salts, obtained by leaching wood ashes. It is much used in making soap, etc. A short side line, connected with the main line; a turn-out; a siding. [Eng.] A falsehood. [Obs.] See Lie.
6. A strong caustic alkaline solution of potassium salts, obtainedby leaching wood ashes. It is much used in making soap, etc.
7. n:100 n. a strong solution of sodium or potassium hydroxide