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What is "Ply" - Definition & Explanation

Two or more yarns that have been twisted together. An automobile tire fabric yarn may be 9, 10, or 11 ply.

Describes the number of strands twisted together to make a yarn.

The number of single yarns twisted together to form ply yarn; also the number of ply yarns twisted together to form cord. By twisting two or more yarns together, a stronger single yarn is created.

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