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ply

/plaɪ/ · 3 letters · 3 distinct letters

  1. verb

    give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance

    The hostess provided lunch for all the guests

  2. noun

    one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread; often used in combination

    three ply cord

  3. noun

    (usually in combinations) one of several layers of cloth or paper or wood as in plywood

  4. verb

    apply oneself diligently

    Ply one's trade

  5. verb

    travel a route regularly

    Ships ply the waters near the coast

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