ɪmˈplaɪ v.tr. (-ies, -ied) 1 (often foll. by that + clause) strongly suggestthetruth or existence of (a thingnot expressly asserted). 2 insinuate, hint (what are you implying?). 3 signify. øøimplied adj. impliedly adv. [ME f. OF emplier f. L implicare (as IMPLICATE)]