two-ply

American  

[too-plahy] / ˈtuˈplaɪ /

adjective

1. consisting of two thicknesses, layers, strands, or the like.

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two-ply British  

adjective

1. made of two thicknesses, layers, or strands

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noun

1. a two-ply wood, knitting yarn, etc

Etymology

Origin of two-ply

First recorded in 1840–50

Example Sentences

Its move from a three-ply packet to a two-ply bag using thinner film from a net-zero carbon packaging producer, however, has worked well, said Ms Jones.

From BBC

For chilaquiles or enchiladas, he said, you want a sturdier, two-ply tortilla made with tastier corn masa flour, such as Maseca.

From Los Angeles Times

Soft and light, the comfy robe is made from 100% Turkish cotton and features fluffy two-ply gauze, a snug waist tie and two hidden side pockets.

From Los Angeles Times

Ramping up the pleasure of diced tuna, avocado, chopped peanuts and wasabi-mustard cream was their two-ply cradle: a soft flour tortilla lined with a fried corn tortilla.

From Washington Post

Today, some 50 women sit with their sewing machines, creating two-ply cloth masks.

From Seattle Times