application program
or applications program
noun
Computers. a program used for a particular application (opposed to system program).
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Also called application software, applications software.
application
[ ap-li-key-shuhn ]
/ ˌæp lɪˈkeɪ ʃən /
noun
Origin of application
SYNONYMS FOR application
1. utilization. 3. aptitude, suitability, pertinence. 4. solicitation, petition. 7. assiduity, industry, persistence, perseverance. See effort.
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application
/ (ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən) /
noun
application program
noun
a computer program that is written and designed for a specific need or purpose
Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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application
early 15c., "the bringing of something to bear on something else," from Old French aplicacion (14c.), from Latin applicationem (nominative applicatio) "a joining to, an attaching oneself to," noun of action from past participle stem of applicare (see apply). Meaning "sincere hard effort" is from c.1600. Meaning "a formal request to be hired for a job or paid position" is by 1851.
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper
application
[ ăp′lĭ-kā′shən ]
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.
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