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n one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread; often used in combination n (usually in combinations) one of several layers of cloth or paper or wood as in plywood v give what is desired or needed, …

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  1. n one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread; often used in combination n (usually in combinations) one of several layers of cloth or paper or wood as in plywood v give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance v apply oneself diligently v travel a route regularly v join together as by twisting, weaving, or molding v wield vigorously v use diligently