ply is the dictionary form of plyed Definition of ply
1
[ verb ] provide what is desired or needed, esp. support, food or sustenance

Synonyms

provide cater supply

Examples

"The hostess provided lunch for all the guests"

2
[ noun ] one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread; often used in combination

Examples

: "three-ply cord" "four-ply yarn"

3
[ verb ] use diligently

Examples

"ply your wits!"

4
[ verb ] wield vigorously

Examples

"ply an axe"

5
[ verb ] travel a route regularly

Synonyms

run

Examples

"Ships ply the waters near the coast"

6
[ verb ] apply oneself diligently

Examples

"Ply one's trade"

7
[ noun ] (usually in combination) one of several layers of cloth or paper or wood as in plywood
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