Search Result:ply
KK Pronunciation
〔 plaI 〕
Pronunciation
〔 plai 〕
Overview of noun ply
The noun ply has 2 senses
- ply -- (one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread; often used in combination; "three-ply cord"; "four-ply yarn")
- 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
- provide, supply, ply, cater -- (give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance; "The hostess provided lunch for all the guests")
- ply -- (apply oneself diligently; "Ply one's trade")
- ply, run -- (travel a route regularly; "Ships ply the waters near the coast")
- ply -- (join together as by twisting, weaving, or molding; "ply fabric")
- ply -- (wield vigorously; "ply an axe")
- ply -- (use diligently; "ply your wits!")