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Ploy Definition & Meaning

ploy
noun
  1. an opening remark intended to secure an advantage for the speaker
  2. a maneuver in a game or conversation

"Ploy" in song lyrics

See how ploy is used in real songs:

  • "decoyed, made every grade was a ploy"
    Chubb Rock — The Bad Boyz
  • "They tried to blame the engineer oblivious to our ploy"
    Hilltop Hoods — Mic Felon
  • "When a pawn is appointed as a ploy"
    Jesse Abraham f/ Homeboy Sandman — Always & Forever

Words that rhyme with ploy

Usage tips for "ploy"

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Frequently asked questions

What does ploy mean?
an opening remark intended to secure an advantage for the speaker a maneuver in a game or conversation
What part of speech is ploy?
Ploy is a noun.
How many definitions does ploy have?
Ploy has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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