application

application
ap|pli|ca|tion [ ,æplı`keıʃn ] noun ***
▸ 1 request for something
▸ 2 particular use something has
▸ 3 effort/determination
▸ 4 computer software
▸ 5 putting something onto surface
1. ) count or uncount a formal request for permission to do or have something:
application for: His application for membership in the club was rejected.
application to do something: The hospital submitted an application to build a new orthopedic wing.
make/submit/put in an application: I'm supposed to submit my application before the end of the week.
grant/approve an application: The bank has approved their mortgage application.
a ) a written request for a job or a place at a college, university, etc.:
The university welcomes applications from older students.
a letter of application
2. ) count a particular use that something has:
the practical applications of this technology
a ) uncount the use of a particular method, process, law, etc.:
He pioneered the application of scientific techniques to police work.
3. ) uncount FORMAL hard work and determination that you put into something for a long period:
With the right degree of application and dedication the team should win a medal.
4. ) count COMPUTING a piece of computer software that is designed to do a particular job
5. ) count or uncount the process of putting a substance such as paint or glue onto a surface

Usage of the words and phrases in modern English. 2013.

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