ply

• Substantiv, das einen Faden oder eine Materialschicht bezeichnet, etwa bei Garn, Seil, Stoff, Papier oder Holz; oft in Zusammensetzungen verwendet, um die Anzahl der Lagen oder Fäden anzugeben.

A noun referring to a strand or layer of material, such as yarn, rope, cloth, paper, or wood, often used in combination to indicate the number of layers or strands.

1. Strand or layerB2formal

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

   Strang oder Lage

   • The rope is made of three plies twisted together.
   • This yarn is a two-ply thread, making it stronger.
   • The fabric is woven from multiple plies of silk.

   Synonymefoldlayerstrand

2. Layer of materialB2formal

   One of several layers of cloth, paper, or wood, as in plywood.

   Lage

   • Plywood is made by gluing together several plies of wood veneer.
   • The paper towel has two plies for extra absorbency.
   • Each ply of the fabric adds to its durability.

   Synonymefoldlayersheetthickness

• Verb, das bezeichnet, eine Tätigkeit oder ein Handwerk beharrlich auszuüben oder jemandem etwas (z. B. Speisen oder Getränke) wiederholt anzubieten.

A verb used to indicate the act of working steadily at a trade or activity, or to repeatedly offer something (such as food or drink) to someone.

1. Provide or supplyB2formal

   To give something desired or needed, such as support, food, or sustenance.

   Versorgen

   • The host plied the guests with food and drink.
   • She plied her children with warm blankets on the cold night.
   • He plied the witness with questions during the trial.

   Synonymefurnishgiveprovidepurveysupply

2. Work diligentlyB2formal

   To apply oneself with steady effort to a task or occupation.

   Emsig arbeiten

   • The carpenter plied his trade with great skill.
   • She plied her needle through the fabric for hours.
   • He plied the oars to row the boat across the lake.

   Synonymeapplyexertlaborpracticepursuetoilwork

   Antonymeidlelazeloafshirkslack

3. Travel a route regularlyB2formal

   To travel a particular route or course on a regular basis.

   Eine Route regelmäßig befahren

   • The ferry plies between the two islands daily.
   • Buses ply the main road every hour.
   • The ship plied the trade routes of the Mediterranean.

   Synonymecommutecovercrossgorunshuttletraveltraverse

4. Twist or weave togetherC1formal

   To join together by twisting, weaving, or molding strands or layers.

   Zwirnen oder verflechten

   • The rope was made by plying several strands of fiber together.
   • She plied the wool into a thick yarn.
   • The artisan plied the clay into a smooth pot.

   Synonymebraidentwineintertwineinterweaveknitplaittwinetwistweave

5. Wield vigorouslyC1formal

   To use a tool or weapon with force and energy.

   Energisch handhaben

   • The knight plied his sword against the enemy.
   • He plied the hammer with great strength.
   • She plied the axe to chop the wood.

   Synonymebrandishemployflourishswingusewield

6. Use diligentlyC1formal

   To use something with careful and persistent effort.

   Etwas eifrig betreiben

   • The scholar plied his books late into the night.
   • She plied her knowledge to solve the complex problem.
   • He plied his skills to complete the project on time.

   Synonymeapplyemployexercisepracticeutilizewield