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to ply
01
to offer or supply something generously or abundantly, often in response to a request or need
Ditransitive: to ply sb with a resource
Example
The generous community rallied together to ply the disaster-stricken area with essential supplies and support.
During the harsh winter, local charities worked tirelessly to ply the homeless population with warm clothing and hot meals.
02
to use a tool skillfully and diligently, often in a repetitive or continuous manner
Transitive: to ply a tool
Example
The carpenter would ply his chisel, shaping the intricate details of the wooden sculpture with precision.
Artisans in the pottery workshop ply the potter's wheel to mold and shape clay into vessels.
03
to engage in a task or activity with focused effort and dedication
Transitive: to ply an activity or skill
Example
Despite facing challenges, she continued to ply her trade as an artist.
The entrepreneur was determined to ply their business, putting in countless hours to build and grow the startup.
04
to travel along a specific path on a regular basis
Transitive: to ply a path
Example
The bus would ply the city streets, stopping at designated locations to pick up and drop off passengers.
Fishermen would ply the river each morning, casting their nets in the hopes of a bountiful catch.
Ply
01
(usually in combinations) one of several layers of cloth or paper or wood as in plywood
02
one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread; often used in combination
