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Definitions for Applying
[1] to make use of as relevant, suitable, or pertinent: to apply a theory to a problem.
[2] to put to use, especially for a particular purpose: to apply pressure to open a door.
[3] to bring into action; use; employ: He applied the brakes and skidded to a stop.
[4] to use a label or other designation: Don't apply any such term to me.
[5] to use for or assign to a specific purpose: He applied a portion of his salary each week to savings.
[6] to put into effect: They applied the rules to new members only.
[7] to devote or employ diligently or with close attention: to apply one's mind to a problem; to apply oneself to a task.
[8] to place in contact with; lay or spread on: to apply paint to a wall; to apply a bandage to a wound.
[9] to bring into physical contact with or close proximity to: to apply a match to gunpowder.
[10] to credit to, as an account: to apply $10 to his account at the store.
[11] to be pertinent, suitable, or relevant: The argument applies to the case. The theory doesn't apply.
[12] to make an application or request; ask: to apply for a job; to apply for a raise.
[13] to lay or spread on: The plastic coating is easy to apply on any surface.
[14] to be placed or remain in contact: This paint doesn't apply very easily.
[15] (tr) to put to practical use; utilize; employ
[16] (intr) to be relevant, useful, or appropriate
[17] (tr) to cause to come into contact with; put onto
[18] (intr often foll by for ) to put in an application or request
[19] (tr often foll by to ) to devote (oneself, one's efforts) with diligence
[20] (tr) to bring into operation or use the police only applied the law to aliens
[21] (tr) to refer (a word, epithet, etc) to a person or thing
Words related to Applying
applyemploy, handle, practice, administer, implement, exercise, relate, pertain, involve, connect, affect, refer, spread, cover, claim, appeal, demand, devote, study, give
Words nearby Applying
applyapplied, applied anatomy, applied kinematics, applied linguistics, appliqué, apply, appmt., appoggiatura, appoint, appointed, appointee
Origin of Applying
1350–1400; Middle English ap(p)lien < Anglo-French, Old French ap(p)lier < Latin applicāre, equivalent to ap- ap-1 + plicāre to fold; see ply2
Other words from Applying
ap·pli·a·ble , adjective
ap·pli·a·ble·ness , noun
ap·pli·a·bly , adverb
ap·pli·er , noun
pre·ap·ply , verb (used with object), pre·ap·plied, pre·ap·ply·ing.
re·ap·ply , verb, re·ap·plied, re·ap·ply·ing.
un·ap·pli·a·ble , adjective
un·ap·pli·a·bly , adverb
Word origin for Applying
C14: from Old French aplier, from Latin applicāre to attach to
Synonyms for Applying
administer, employ, exercise, handle, implement, practice, assign, engage, execute, exploit, utilize, bring into play, bring to bear