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Lye
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Part of speech: noun (n.)
A strong caustic alkaline solution of potassium salts, obtained by leaching wood ashes. It is much used in making soap, etc.
Webster's 1828 Dictionary · 1828 2 of 3
Part of speech: noun (n.)
A short side line, connected with the main line; a turn-out; a siding. [Eng.]
Webster's 1828 Dictionary · 1828 3 of 3
Part of speech: noun (n.)
A falsehood. [Obs.] See Lie.