Meaning Of The Word Lye

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lye in American English
a strong, alkaline solution obtained by leaching wood ashes
noun: a highly concentrated, aqueous solution of potassium hydroxide or sodium hydroxide

lye in British English
noun: any solution obtained by leaching, such as the caustic solution obtained by leaching wood ash

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