Associations to the word «Lye»
Noun
Adverb
Wiktionary
LYE, noun. An alkaline liquid made by leaching ashes (usually wood ashes).
LYE, noun. Potassium or sodium hydroxide.
LYE, verb. Obsolete spelling of lie
LYE, noun. (UK) (railways) A short side line, connected with the main line; a turn-out; a siding.
Dictionary definition
LYE, noun. A strong solution of sodium or potassium hydroxide.
Wise words
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