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   application

   /ˌaplɪˈkeɪʃn/

   noun

   • 1. a formal request to be considered for a position or to be allowed to do or have something, submitted to an authority, institution, or organization: "an application for leave" Similar requestappealpetitionentreatypleasolicitationsupplicationrequisitionsuitapproachinquiryclaimdemand
   • 2. the action of putting something into operation: "the application of general rules to particular cases" Similar implementationuseexerciseemploymentadministrationutilizationpracticeapplyingdischargeexertionexecutionprosecutionenactmentcarrying outaccomplishmentputting into operation/practiceformal:praxis
   • ▪ practical use or relevance: "this principle has no application to the present case" Similar relevancerelevancybearingsignificancepertinenceaptnessappositenessgermanenessimportance
   • 3. the action of applying something to a surface: "paints suitable for application on fabric" Similar putting onrubbing inspreadingsmearing
   • ▪ a medicinal substance applied to the skin: "an application to relieve muscle pain" Similar ointmentlotioncreamrubsalveemollientpreparationlinimentembrocationbalmpoulticeunguent
   • 4. sustained effort; hard work: "the job takes a great deal of patience and application" Similar diligenceindustriousnessindustryassiduitycommitmentdedicationdevotionconscientiousnessperseverancepersistencetenacitydoggednesssedulousnessconcentrationintentnessattentionattentivenesssteadinesspatienceenduranceefforthard worklabourstrivingendeavour
   • 5. a program or piece of software designed to fulfil a particular purpose: "a database application" Similar programsoftwareroutineuse

   Word Origin late Middle English: via Old French from Latin applicatio(n-), from the verb applicare (see apply).

   Derivatives

   • 1. applicational adjective

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishAPPLICATION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   a computer program that is designed for a particular purpose: spreadsheet applications. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. application noun (USE) C2 [ C or U ] a way in which something can be used for a particular purpose: The design has many applications. the application of this research in the treatment of cancer.

3. www.dictionary.com › browse › applicationAPPLICATION Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   noun. the act of applying to a particular purpose or use. relevance or value. the practical applications of space technology. the act of asking for something.

4. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › applicationApplication Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   : an act of administering or laying one thing on another. application of paint to a house. c. : assiduous attention. succeeds by application to her studies. 2. a. : request, petition. an application for financial aid. b. : a form used in making a request. filling out an application.

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishAPPLICATION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   8 meanings: 1. the act of applying to a particular purpose or use 2. relevance or value 3. the act of asking for something 4. a.... Click for more definitions.

6. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishapplication noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of application noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

7. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › applicationApplication - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   An application is a request for a job, assistance or admission to a school. Colleges might want you to submit your application by Dec. 1, but they won't let you know if you've been accepted until sometime in April. An application is also a form you fill out for something.

8. www.thefreedictionary.com › applicationApplication - definition of application by The Free Dictionary

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   n. 1. the act of applying to a particular purpose or use. 2. relevance or value: the practical applications of space technology. 3. the act of asking for something: an application for leave.

9. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishAPPLICATION | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   an official request for something, usually in writing: an application for a bank loan. application noun (USE) a way in which something can be used for a particular purpose: This technology has many practical applications. application noun (COMPUTER PROGRAM) B2. a computer program designed for a particular purpose:

10. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › american_englishapplication noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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    2 [uncountable, countable] application (of something) (to something) the practical use of something, especially a theory, discovery, etc. the application of new technology to teaching The invention would have a wide range of applications in industry.

11. www.britannica.com › dictionary › applicationApplication Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary

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    APPLICATION meaning: 1 : a formal and usually written request for something (such as a job, admission to a school, a loan, etc.); 2 : a document that is used to make a formal request for something