American English pronunciation
How to pronounce ply
IPA transcription: [p'laɪ]
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Noun
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one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread; often used in combination
“three-ply cord”
“four-ply yarn”
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(usually in combinations) one of several layers of cloth or paper or wood as in plywood
Verb
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give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
“The hostess provided lunch for all the guests”
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apply oneself diligently
“Ply one's trade”
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travel a route regularly
“Ships ply the waters near the coast”
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join together as by twisting, weaving, or molding
“ply fabric”
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wield vigorously
“ply an axe”
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use diligently
“ply your wits!”
Usage examples
- The boy wanted to believe that his friend had simply become separated from him by accident.
- She made no reply.
- State Department of Motor Vehicles regulations apply.
- There was no need to imprison them: the Arabs simply confiscated their horses.
- Nationalism is to some extent simply state-produced culture, and to be studied as such.
- The power supply was located in the monitor, which made upgrading difficult.
- I saw that it would be necessary to apply the finishing touch.
- Sunburn can be avoided by applying sunscreen or by staying in the shadows.
- Sunburn can be avoided by applying sunscreen or by staying in the shadows.
- In Thailand, the vehicle is called the Hilux Vigo, or simply Vigo.