Lye Definition & Meaning

lye
noun
  1. a strong solution of sodium or potassium hydroxide

"Lye" in song lyrics

See how lye is used in real songs:

  • "Leave losers lurking in levels of lye"
    2Mex — It Will
  • "I'm too pulled for some heads like dust mixed with lye"
    A.G. f/ Guru, O.C., Party Arty — Weed Scented
  • "Burnin through your skin like a can of lye"
    Akrobatik f/ Talib Kweli — Put Ya Stamp On It

Words that rhyme with lye

Usage tips for "lye"

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