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apply
[uh-plahy]
verb (used with object)
to make use of as relevant, suitable, or pertinent.
to apply a theory to a problem.
to put to use, especially for a particular purpose.
to apply pressure to open a door.
to bring into action; use; employ.
He applied the brakes and skidded to a stop.
Synonyms: utilizeto use a label or other designation.
Don't apply any such term to me.
to use for or assign to a specific purpose.
He applied a portion of his salary each week to savings.
to put into effect.
They applied the rules to new members only.
to devote or employ diligently or with close attention.
to apply one's mind to a problem;
to apply oneself to a task.
to place in contact with; lay or spread on.
to apply paint to a wall;
to apply a bandage to a wound.
to bring into physical contact with or close proximity to.
to apply a match to gunpowder.
to credit to, as an account.
to apply $10 to his account at the store.
verb (used without object)
to be pertinent, suitable, or relevant.
The argument applies to the case.
The theory doesn't apply.
to make an application or request; ask.
to apply for a job;
to apply for a raise.
to lay or spread on.
The plastic coating is easy to apply on any surface.
to be placed or remain in contact.
This paint doesn't apply very easily.
apply
/ əˈplaɪ /
verb
(tr) to put to practical use; utilize; employ
(intr) to be relevant, useful, or appropriate
(tr) to cause to come into contact with; put onto
to put in an application or request
to devote (oneself, one's efforts) with diligence
(tr) to bring into operation or use
the police only applied the law to aliens
(tr) to refer (a word, epithet, etc) to a person or thing
Other Word Forms
- applier noun
- appliable adjective
- appliableness noun
- appliably adverb
- preapply verb (used with object)
- reapply verb
- unappliable adjective
- unappliably adverb
Word History and Origins
Origin of apply1
Word History and Origins
Origin of apply1
Example Sentences
The government says its controversial digital ID scheme will not be applied retrospectively, with UK workers only needing it when they apply for a job after its proposed introduction by 2028.
On that basis, they applied to have the case dismissed.
Under the Biden administration, European and American officials toured countries and applied pressure on governments that were seen as helping Russia work around restrictions.
The admonitions in Geismer’s book, published three years ago, cogently apply to the present and future.
"They'll clean them and then since it's such a large hoard they will apply to the British Museum to see if they can keep them," he said.
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