lixivial Meaning, Definition & Usage

Lix*iv"i*al adjective

Etymology

L. lixivius, fr. lix ashes, lye ashes, lye: cf. F. lixiviel.

Definitions

1. Impregnated with, or consisting of, alkaline salts extracted from wood ashes; impregnated with a salt or salts like a lixivium. Boyle.
2. Of the color of lye; resembling lye.
3. Having the qualities of alkaline salts extracted from wood ashes.