procure vs ply

procure is not a noun while ply is a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
procure	No	No	Yes	No
ply	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, ply is a hypernym of procure; that is, ply is a word with a broader meaning than procure:

Other hypernyms of procure include cater, provide, supply.

procure (noun)	ply (noun)
	(usually in combinations) one of several layers of cloth or paper or wood as in plywood
	one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread; often used in combination

procure (verb)	ply (verb)
arrange for sexual partners for others	give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
get by special effort	use diligently
	wield vigorously
	join together as by twisting, weaving, or molding
	travel a route regularly
	apply oneself diligently