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1. One of the strands twisted together to make yarn, rope or thread; often used in combination
   "three-ply cord"; "four-ply yarn"
    
2. (usually in combinations) one of several layers of cloth, paper or wood as in plywood

1. Give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
   - provide, supply, cater
    
2. Apply oneself diligently
   "Ply one's trade"
    
3. Travel a route regularly
   "Ships ply the waters near the coast";
   - run
    
4. Join together as by twisting, weaving, or moulding
   "ply fabric"
    
5. Wield vigorously
   "ply an axe"
    
6. Use diligently
   "ply your wits!"

Derived forms: plies, plying, plied

Type of: apply, bed, do, employ, give, handle, jaunt, join, layer, manage, perform, strand, travel, trip, use, utilise [Brit], utilize, wield

Encyclopedia: Ply