Definition of Ply

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Definition of Ply

Ply

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.

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.

A fold; a plait; a turn or twist, as of a cord.

Bent; turn; direction; bias.

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Ply Translations

ply in German is hantieren
ply in Swedish is lager, bearbeta, veck

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