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Synonyms for (noun) ply

Synonyms: ply Definition: (usually in combinations) one of several layers of cloth or paper or wood as in plywood

Hypernyms: layer, bed 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

Hypernyms: 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 for (verb) ply

Synonyms: ply Definition: use diligently Usage: ply your wits!

Hypernyms: 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

Hypernyms: 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

Hypernyms: 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

Hypernyms: join, bring together Definition: cause to become joined or linked Usage: join these two parts so that they fit together

Synonyms: ply, run Definition: travel a route regularly Usage: Ships ply the waters near the coast

Hypernyms: travel, trip, jaunt Definition: make a trip for pleasure

Synonyms: ply Definition: apply oneself diligently Usage: Ply one's trade

Hypernyms: do, perform Definition: get (something) done Usage: I did my job