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Lye (Noun)

Meaning

A strong solution of sodium or potassium hydroxide.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Examples

  • The plumber used a drain cleaner containing lye to dissolve the grease clogging the pipe.
  • When working with lye, it is essential to wear protective gear, including gloves and safety glasses.
  • Making soap from scratch involves mixing lye with oils, fats, and fragrances under controlled conditions.
  • Lye can cause severe burns and eye damage if it comes into contact with skin, so handling requires caution.
  • In the factory, large vats of lye were used to treat and process raw wood pulp into paper products.

Hyponyms

  • Caustic Potash
  • Potassium Hydroxide
  • Caustic Soda
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