PLYING
/ˈplaɪ.ɪŋ/
6 letters · 1 syllable · verb
Definition of PLYING
To bend; to fold; to mould; to adapt, to modify; to change (a person's) mind, to cause (a person) to submit.
To bend, to flex; to be bent by something, to give way or yield (to a force, etc.).
To work at (something) diligently.
"He plied his trade as carpenter for forty-three years."
To wield or use (a tool, a weapon, etc.) steadily or vigorously.
"He plied his ax with bloody results."
To press upon; to urge persistently.
"to ply someone with questions or solicitations"
Examples of PLYING in a Sentence
- "He plied his trade as carpenter for forty-three years."
- "He plied his ax with bloody results."
- "to ply someone with questions or solicitations"
Word Details
Is PLYING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PLYING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PLYING uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PLYING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | l | y | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 12 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PLYING
30 words from the letters in PLYING
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How to Use PLYING in Word Games
PLYING is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, PLYING is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble PLYING to find 30 additional valid words.