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lye
lye [ lī ]


noun 
Definition:
 
strong chemical cleaner: a strong solution of sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide in water. Use: industrial drain and oven cleaners.
[ Old English lēag< Indo-European, "to wash"]
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