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Meaning of lye

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

lye

Pronunciation:/laɪ/

noun

Definitions

  1. An alkaline liquid made by leaching ashes (usually wood ashes).

  2. Potassium or sodium hydroxide (caustic soda).

lye

Pronunciation:/laɪ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To rest in a horizontal position on a surface.

    Example: The book lies on the table;  the snow lies on the roof;  he lies in his coffin

  2. To be placed or situated.

  3. To abide; to remain for a longer or shorter time; to be in a certain state or condition.

    Example: The paper does not lie smooth on the wall.

  4. Used with in: to be or exist; to belong or pertain; to have an abiding place; to consist.

verb

Definitions

  1. To give false information intentionally with intent to deceive.

    Example: If you are found to have lied in court, you could face a penalty.

  2. To convey a false image or impression.

    Example: Photographs often lie.

  3. To be mistaken or unintentionally spread false information.

    Example: Sorry, I haven't seen your keys anywhere...wait, I lied! They're right there on the coffee table.

noun

Definitions

  1. A short side line, connected with the main line; a turn-out; a siding.