First Known Use: 1697
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ploy
noun \ˈplȯi\
: a clever trick or plan that is used to get someone to do something or to gain an advantage over someone
Full Definition of PLOY
2
a : a tactic intended to embarrass or frustrate an opponent b : a devised or contrived move : stratagem <a ploy to get her to open the door — Robert B. Parker>
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Origin of PLOY
probably from employ
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PLOY Defined for Kids
ploy
noun \ˈplȯi\
plural ploys
Definition of PLOY for Kids
: a trick used to make someone do something or get an advantage
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