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application
[ap-li-key-shuhn]
noun
the act of putting to a special use or purpose.
the application of common sense to a problem.
Synonyms: utilizationthe special use or purpose to which something is put.
a technology having numerous applications never thought of by its inventors.
the quality of being usable for a particular purpose or in a special way; relevance.
This has no application to the case.
Synonyms: pertinence, aptitudethe act of requesting.
Her application for assistance was, surprisingly, received favorably by the members of the assembly.
a formal or written request for employment, admission, funding, authorization, etc.: His first job application led to an interview.
She submitted applications to three universities.
His first job application led to an interview.
Also called application form. a form to be filled out by an applicant, as for a job or a driver's license.
Attach a passport photo to your completed application.
close attention; persistent effort.
Application to one's studies is necessary.
an act or instance of spreading on, rubbing in, or bringing into contact: a second application of varnish.
the application of a compress to a wound;
a second application of varnish.
a salve, ointment, or the like, applied as a soothing or healing agent.
Computers., a computer program, such as a word processor, graphics editor, utility, etc., used for a particular type of job or problem.
The new version 4.0 of their music production application contains several improvements.
Antiviral and firewall applications are system utilities that protect your computer.
application
/ ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən /
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
an application for leave
a verbal or written request, as for a job, etc
he filed his application
diligent effort or concentration
a job requiring application
something, such as a healing agent or lotion, that is applied, esp to the skin
logic maths the process of determining the value of a function for a given argument
short for application program applications package
application
A computer program with an interface, enabling people to use the computer as a tool to accomplish a specific task. Word processing, spreadsheet, and communications software are all examples of applications.
Other Word Forms
- interapplication noun
- nonapplication noun
- overapplication noun
- preapplication noun
- reapplication noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of application1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
Participants will develop skills across the entire development pipeline, from designing components and studying how light interacts with matter to improving high-power amplification and advancing practical applications.
The company said its app Qwen had become “one of the fastest-growing AI applications to date,” notching more than 10 million downloads within the first week of its public beta launch.
One of the concerns amid talks of an AI stock bubble that could burst is the question of just how much consumer demand there is for AI applications.
The University of California has filed a patent application, which is now pending.
Copper assets are highly prized right now because of their importance to booming electrification trends and diversification away from fossil fuels, as well as new applications from data centers for artificial intelligence.
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