lixiviate

/lɪkˈsɪvieɪt/

noun

  1. 1

    Leachate

verb

  1. 1

    To separate (a substance) into soluble and insoluble components through percolation; to leach.

adjective

  1. 1

    Of or relating to lye or lixivium; of the quality of alkaline salts.

  2. 2

    Impregnated with salts from wood ashes.

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