Definitions for reply
rɪˈplaɪre·ply

answer, reply, response(noun)
a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation
"I waited several days for his answer"; "he wrote replies to several of his critics"
reply, response(verb)
the speech act of continuing a conversational exchange
"he growled his reply"
answer, reply, respond(verb)
react verbally
"She didn't want to answer"; "answer the question"; "We answered that we would accept the invitation"

reply(Noun)
A written or spoken response; part of a conversation.
Etymology: The verb derives, via the replier, from the replico, from re + plico; the noun derives from the verb by verbalisation.
reply(Noun)
Something given in reply.
Etymology: The verb derives, via the replier, from the replico, from re + plico; the noun derives from the verb by verbalisation.
reply(Verb)
To give a written or spoken response, especially to a question, request, accusation or criticism; to answer.
Etymology: The verb derives, via the replier, from the replico, from re + plico; the noun derives from the verb by verbalisation.
reply(Verb)
To act or gesture in response.
Johnabella replied to Partario's insult with a slap to his face.
Etymology: The verb derives, via the replier, from the replico, from re + plico; the noun derives from the verb by verbalisation.
reply(Verb)
To repeat something back; to echo.
Etymology: The verb derives, via the replier, from the replico, from re + plico; the noun derives from the verb by verbalisation.

Reply(verb)
to make a return in words or writing; to respond; to answer
Reply(verb)
to answer a defendant's plea
Reply(verb)
figuratively, to do something in return for something done; as, to reply to a signal; to reply to the fire of a battery
Reply(verb)
to return for an answer
Reply(verb)
that which is said, written, or done in answer to what is said, written, or done by another; an answer; a response

Reply
The reply is a response by plaintiff to defendant's answer. A reply occurs only when defendant has asserted a counterclaim or the court has ordered a reply. It is important to keep in mind that "plaintiff" in this context may also refer to an impleaded party. So, if a defendant impleads a party, this new party is the third-party defendant and the original defendant is the third-party plaintiff. The third-party plaintiff must file a complaint on the third-party defendant, who then must answer. The court may order a reply to this third-party defendant's answer.

Reply
rē-plī′, v.t. to fold back: to answer.—v.i. to make response: to meet an attack, as to reply to the enemy's fire—(law) to a defendant's plea.—n. an answer: the power of answering: a counter-attack: (mus.) the answer of a figure.—ns. Rep′licant; Replicā′tion, a reply: repetition: (law) the plaintiff's answer to a plea.—adj. Replicā′tive. [O. Fr. replier—L. replicāre, re-, back, plicāre, to fold.]

reply
It is the duty of a court to prevent new matter from being introduced into the prosecution or defense, but a prisoner may urge in his defense mitigating circumstances, or examine witnesses as to character or services, and produce testimonials of such facts, without its being considered new matter. If any point of law be raised, or any matter requiring explanation, the judge-advocate may explain. No other reply to be admitted.—Hough.

reply
To create a form of communication.
They did give a reply to the message they got when they got a moment.
Submitted by MaryC on January 11, 2020
reply
To create an accurate, perfect, effective and efficient form of communication.
They did give a reply to the message they received accurately and efficiently.
Submitted by MaryC on January 11, 2020

Spoken Corpus Frequency
Rank popularity for the word 'reply' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #3276
Written Corpus Frequency
Rank popularity for the word 'reply' in Written Corpus Frequency: #3408
Nouns Frequency
Rank popularity for the word 'reply' in Nouns Frequency: #1215
Verbs Frequency
Rank popularity for the word 'reply' in Verbs Frequency: #282

Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of reply in Chaldean Numerology is: 1
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of reply in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

Mou Jiani:
In the last few weeks more people have contacted me on messaging apps Weibo and WeChat than I have time to reply to.
Martha Brockenbrough:
I sat down and wrote the reply, and I gave it to her, she seemed really pleased with the answer and gave me the biggest hug.
Matthias Wehler:
The Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy has indeed received a letter ; there is no comment on its content from their side. There will be a quick reply.
Elizabeth Bruch:
That might feel a little demoralizing, but there is a very optimistic take home message, if you're willing to put in the effort and you're comfortable with your low reply rate, you certainly can pursue and date people who are out of your league.
Anuj Somany:
Ask a person in a private conversation, pat comes the reply from almost EVERYONE that NO ONE can change ANYONE; then wondering as who is this SOMEONE who talks about Change in public and surprisingly get so many support from the people.