Synonyms: ply
Definition: (usually in combinations) one of several layers of cloth or paper or wood as in plywood
Definition: single thickness of usually some homogeneous substance
Usage: slices of hard-boiled egg on a bed of spinach
Synonyms: ply
Definition: one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread; often used in combination
Usage: three-ply cord; four-ply yarn
Similar words: strand
Definition: line consisting of a complex of fibers or filaments that are twisted together to form a thread or a rope or a cable
Synonyms: ply
Definition: use diligently
Usage: ply your wits!
Similar words: use, utilise, utilize, employ, apply
Definition: put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
Usage: use your head!; we only use Spanish at home; I can't use this tool; Apply a magnetic field here; This thinking was applied to many projects; How do you utilize this tool?; I apply this rule to get good results; use the plastic bags to store the food; He doesn't know how to use a computer
Synonyms: cater, supply, provide, ply
Definition: give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
Usage: The hostess provided lunch for all the guests
Similar words: give
Definition: transfer possession of something concrete or abstract to somebody
Usage: I gave her my money; can you give me lessons?; She gave the children lots of love and tender loving care
Synonyms: ply
Definition: wield vigorously
Usage: ply an axe
Similar words: handle, wield, manage
Definition: handle effectively
Usage: The burglar wielded an axe; The young violinist didn't manage her bow very well
Synonyms: ply
Definition: join together as by twisting, weaving, or molding
Usage: ply fabric
Similar words: join, bring together
Definition: cause to become joined or linked
Usage: join these two parts so that they fit together
Definition: travel a route regularly
Usage: Ships ply the waters near the coast
Synonyms: ply
Definition: apply oneself diligently
Usage: Ply one's trade