ply

US /plaɪ/
UK /plaɪ/
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1.

ejercer, manejar

work with (a tool, especially one requiring skill)

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He continued to ply his trade as a carpenter.
Continuó ejerciendo su oficio de carpintero.
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The weaver began to ply her shuttle.
La tejedora comenzó a manejar su lanzadera.
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2.

suministrar, agasajar

regularly supply (someone) with something

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The barman continued to ply him with drinks.
El camarero siguió sirviéndole bebidas.
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She would ply her guests with food and wine.
Ella agasajaría a sus invitados con comida y vino.
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3.

circular, recorrer

(of a boat or vehicle) travel regularly over a route, typically for commercial purposes

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Ferries ply between the islands.
Los transbordadores circulan entre las islas.
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Buses ply the main roads of the city.
Los autobuses recorren las principales carreteras de la ciudad.
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capa, cabo

a thickness or layer of a folded or laminated material

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The wood was made of three plies.
La madera estaba hecha de tres capas.
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This rope has a two-ply construction.
Esta cuerda tiene una construcción de dos cabos.
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