What is the meaning of Lye?

(n.) A falsehood.
(n.) A short side line, connected with the main line; a turn-out; a siding.
(n.) A strong caustic alkaline solution of potassium salts, obtained by leaching wood ashes. It is much used in making soap, etc.

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