lye
/laɪ/noun
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An alkaline liquid made by leaching ashes (usually wood ashes).
Potassium or sodium hydroxide (caustic soda).
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An alkaline liquid made by leaching ashes (usually wood ashes).
Potassium or sodium hydroxide (caustic soda).
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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
To be placed or situated.
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.
Used with in: to be or exist; to belong or pertain; to have an abiding place; to consist.
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To give false information intentionally with intent to deceive.
Example: If you are found to have lied in court, you could face a penalty.
To convey a false image or impression.
Example: Photographs often lie.
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.
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A short side line, connected with the main line; a turn-out; a siding.