26984 words

applications

15 definitions • 32 examples
1
an official request for something, usually in writing:

Examples:

Free information will be sent out on application to (= if you ask) the central office.
I've sent off applications for four different jobs.
Have you filled in the application form for your passport yet?
[ + to infinitive ] Argentina has submitted an application to host the World Cup.
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Examples:

spreadsheet applications
3
a way in which something can be used for a particular purpose:

Examples:

The design has many applications.
the application of this research in the treatment of cancer
4
the determination to work hard over a period of time in order to succeed at something:

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5
the act of spreading or rubbing a substance such as cream or paint on a surface, or a layer of cream or paint:

Examples:

Leave the paint to dry between applications.
6
a way in which a rule or law, etc. relates to or is important for someone or something:

Examples:

The new laws have (a) particular application to the self-employed.
7
a particular use
9
an official request for something, esp. one made in writing or by sending in a form:

Examples:

[ U ] a letter of application
[ C ] I’ve sent off applications for four different jobs.
10
an official request for a job, a place on a course, etc., usually in writing:

Examples:

an application for sth We received over 250 applications for the post.
make/submit an application You can submit your application online.
11
an official request to get something such as a loan or shares:

Examples:

grant/approve an application You will receive the money as soon as your application is approved.
make/put in/submit an application
12
an official request for permission to do something:

Examples:

an application to do sth Officials have denied his many applications to add a second storey to his home.
an application for sth Her application for asylum in Ireland was successful.
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Examples:

Email is the most often-used application.
An error message reported that there was not enough memory to run the application.
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a way in which something can be used:

Examples:

The new technology has many applications.
practical/commercial applications There are obvious practical applications for the research.
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the act of using something for a particular purpose:

Examples:

the application of sth There are many opportunities for the application of e-commerce.

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