ply
noun
1. one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread; often used in combination
- three-ply cord
- four-ply yarn
Definition categories: man–made, strand
2. (usually in combinations) one of several layers of cloth or paper or wood as in plywood
Definition categories: man–made, bed, layer
Sentences with ply as a noun:
- two-ply toilet paper
- He proposed to build Deep Purple, a super-computer capable of 24-ply look-ahead for chess.
verb
1. give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
Similar word(s): cater, provide, supply
Definition categories: consumption, give
2. apply oneself diligently
- Ply one's trade
Definition categories: social, do, perform
3. travel a route regularly
- Ships ply the waters near the coast
Similar word(s): run
Definition categories: motion, jaunt, travel, trip
4. join together as by twisting, weaving, or molding
- ply fabric
Definition categories: contact, join
5. wield vigorously
- ply an axe
Definition categories: contact, handle, manage, wield
6. use diligently
- ply your wits!
Definition categories: consumption, apply, employ, use, utilise, utilize
Sentences with ply as a verb:
- ply the seven seas
- to ply one with questions, with solicitations, or with drink