to give someone a lot of something We were plied with coffee, doughnuts, and refreshments.He plied me with liquor, hoping to get me drunk.
Usage notes: often used in the form ply someone with questions(to ask someone a lot of questions): Anxious to hear the latest news, they plied us with questions.
To give someone substantial amounts of something, such as drinks or other favors, especially to encourage cooperation or to manipulate: She plied the spy with wine, hoping that he would reveal his true identity.