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Meaning of ply

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From WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006) [wn]:

  ply
      n 1: one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or
           thread; often used in combination; "three-ply cord"; "four-
           ply yarn"
      2: (usually in combinations) one of several layers of cloth or
         paper or wood as in plywood
      v 1: give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or
           sustenance; "The hostess provided lunch for all the guests"
           [syn: {provide}, {supply}, {ply}, {cater}]
      2: apply oneself diligently; "Ply one's trade"
      3: travel a route regularly; "Ships ply the waters near the
         coast" [syn: {ply}, {run}]
      4: join together as by twisting, weaving, or molding; "ply
         fabric"
      5: wield vigorously; "ply an axe"
      6: use diligently; "ply your wits!"

Source : WordNet ® Princeton University. 2010.

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