application (Meaning)

Wordnet

application (n)

the act of bringing something to bear; using it for a particular purpose

a verbal or written request for assistance or employment or admission to a school

the work of applying something

a program that gives a computer instructions that provide the user with tools to accomplish a task

liquid preparation having a soothing or antiseptic or medicinal action when applied to the skin

a diligent effort

the action of putting something into operation

Webster

application (n.)

The act of applying or laying on, in a literal sense; as, the application of emollients to a diseased limb.

The thing applied.

The act of applying as a means; the employment of means to accomplish an end; specific use.

The act of directing or referring something to a particular case, to discover or illustrate agreement or disagreement, fitness, or correspondence; as, I make the remark, and leave you to make the application; the application of a theory.

Hence, in specific uses: (a) That part of a sermon or discourse in which the principles before laid down and illustrated are applied to practical uses; the moral of a fable. (b) The use of the principles of one science for the purpose of enlarging or perfecting another; as, the application of algebra to geometry.

The capacity of being practically applied or used; relevancy; as, a rule of general application.

The act of fixing the mind or closely applying one's self; assiduous effort; close attention; as, to injure the health by application to study.

The act of making request of soliciting; as, an application for an office; he made application to a court of chancery.

A request; a document containing a request; as, his application was placed on file.

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application Sentence Examples

  1. Submit your job application online through the company's official website.
  2. The new software application streamlines the process of data analysis.
  3. The scholarship application requires detailed information about your academic achievements.
  4. The mobile application allows users to track their fitness goals and monitor progress.
  5. Please complete the rental application form with accurate details before moving in.
  6. The application of heat to the metal helps in shaping it into the desired form.
  7. The application of mathematical principles is crucial in solving complex engineering problems.
  8. Her artistic application of colors on the canvas created a visually stunning masterpiece.
  9. The application of new technologies has significantly improved efficiency in various industries.
  10. The application of theory to real-world scenarios is an integral part of scientific research.

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Submit your job application online through the company's official website.

The new software application streamlines the process of data analysis.

The scholarship application requires detailed information about your academic achievements.

The mobile application allows users to track their fitness goals and monitor progress.