ply (Meaning)
ply (n)
one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread; often used in combination
(usually in combinations) one of several layers of cloth or paper or wood as in plywood
ply (v)
give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
apply oneself diligently
travel a route regularly
join together as by twisting, weaving, or molding
wield vigorously
use diligently
ply (v. t.)
To bend.
To lay on closely, or in folds; to work upon steadily, or with repeated acts; to press upon; to urge importunately; as, to ply one with questions, with solicitations, or with drink.
To employ diligently; to use steadily.
To practice or perform with diligence; to work at.
ply (v. i.)
To bend; to yield.
To act, go, or work diligently and steadily; especially, to do something by repeated actions; to go back and forth; as, a steamer plies between certain ports.
To work to windward; to beat.
ply (v.)
A fold; a plait; a turn or twist, as of a cord.
Bent; turn; direction; bias.
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ply Sentence Examples
- The carpenter skillfully plied his hammer, shaping the wooden planks.
- The oarsman plied his oars with a steady rhythm, propelling the boat forward.
- The merchant plied his wares in the bustling marketplace.
- The spider plied its web, catching its prey in its intricate strands.
- The nurse plied the patient with medication, easing their discomfort.
- The tailor plied his needle, stitching together beautiful garments.
- The teacher plied her students with knowledge, enriching their minds.
- The musician plied his guitar, creating melodies that filled the room.
- The writer plied her pen, crafting words that would inspire readers.
- The salesperson plied the customer with discounts, hoping to close the deal.
FAQs About the word ply
one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread; often used in combination, (usually in combinations) one of several layers of cloth or paper
bias, tendency, prejudice, predilection, nepotism, nonobjectivity, tendentiousness, cronyism, proclivity, propensity
objectivity, impartiality, impartiality, indifference,neutrality, neutrality, objectivity, indifference, calm,detachment
The carpenter skillfully plied his hammer, shaping the wooden planks.
The oarsman plied his oars with a steady rhythm, propelling the boat forward.
The merchant plied his wares in the bustling marketplace.
The spider plied its web, catching its prey in its intricate strands.
