ply

Nouns

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

Verbs

• (v) give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
  • The hostess provided lunch for all the guests
  cater, provide, supply,
• (v) apply oneself diligently
  • Ply one's trade
• (v) travel a route regularly
  • Ships ply the waters near the coast
  run,
• (v) join together as by twisting, weaving, or molding
  • ply fabric
• (v) wield vigorously
  • ply an axe
• (v) use diligently
  • ply your wits!

Synonyms

Words of close approximity