Meaning of the word alkalis in English

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alkalis

US /ˈæl.kə.laɪz/
UK /ˈæl.kə.laɪz/

Plural Noun

soluble bases, typically hydroxides of alkali metals, that neutralize acids and turn litmus blue; they are used in making soaps, detergents, and other chemicals

Example:
Many cleaning products contain strong alkalis.
The chemist carefully handled the concentrated alkalis.