Definitions for ply
Overview of noun ply
The noun ply has 2 senses? (no senses from tagged texts)
1. ply
(one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread; often used in combination; "three-ply cord"; "four-ply yarn")
2. ply
((usually in combinations) one of several layers of cloth or paper or wood as in plywood)
Overview of verb ply
The verb ply has 6 senses? (first 1 from tagged texts)
1. (1) provide, supply, ply, cater
(give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance; "The hostess provided lunch for all the guests")
2. ply
(apply oneself diligently; "Ply one's trade")
3. ply, run
(travel a route regularly; "Ships ply the waters near the coast")
4. ply
(join together as by twisting, weaving, or molding; "ply fabric")
5. ply
(wield vigorously; "ply an axe")
6. ply
(use diligently; "ply your wits!")
