Ply
Pronunciation: /ˈplaɪ/
Ply (verb)
- to use a tool or skill with energy and effort.
- to give or offer something to someone many times.
- to travel regularly along a particular route.
Examples
- Carpenters ply their trade with precision.
- She expertly plied the needle through the fabric.
Common collocations: ply a trade, ply a tool, ply with questions, ply with drinks, ply a route
Ply (noun)
- a single layer of material, like wood or fabric.
- the number of twists in yarn or thread.
Examples
- The plywood consists of several plies.
- Each ply adds strength to the material.