ply
/plˈaɪ/ · 1 syllable
Meaning
verb
- give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
“The hostess provided lunch for all the guests” - apply oneself diligently
“Ply one's trade” - travel a route regularly
“Ships ply the waters near the coast” - join together as by twisting, weaving, or molding
“ply fabric” - wield vigorously
“ply an axe” - use diligently
“ply your wits!”
noun
- one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread; often used in combination
“three-ply cord” - (usually in combinations) one of several layers of cloth or paper or wood as in plywood
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