Found 2 items, similar to Lye.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: lye lye n : a strong solution of sodium or potassium hydroxide
English → English (gcide) Definition: Lye Lye \Lye\, n. [Written also lie and ley.] [AS. le['a]h; akin to D. loog, OHG. louga, G. lauge; cf. Icel. laug a bath, a hot spring.] 1. A strong caustic alkaline solution of potassium salts, obtained by leaching wood ashes. It is much used in making soap, etc. [1913 Webster] 2. (Chem.) Sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide, or a concentrated aqueous solution of either compound. [PJC] Lye \Lye\, n. (Railroad) A short side line, connected with the main line; a turn-out; a siding. [Eng.] [1913 Webster] Lye \Lye\, n. A falsehood. [Obs.] See Lie. [1913 Webster]