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application

application

162 3.1
Using something for a certain purpose, for example a skill or tool
  • noun
  • /ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən/
translation icon : aplicación
  • The scientist demonstrated the practical application of her research findings in real-world scenarios.
  • a practical application
  • real-world applications
  • application of theory

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Examples

  • Our study suggests two potential practical applications for the design of Hib vaccination programs.

    Academic text (2012)
  • As a concept, VPR needs further development and broader application in order to justify its usefulness.

    Academic text (2017)
  • Information is powerful, but application is life changing.

  • This definitely has applications in the field of sports.

  • Instead, the comments focused on the application of the rule to specific situations.

    Academic text (2017)
  • The authors also provide a fictional case study that highlights the application of child-centered play therapy.

    Academic text (2013)
  • But it still retains most of the clarity and ease of application of the bright-line rule.

    Academic text (2017)
  • Historians of modernization theory have recently critiqued the intent and application of international development policy.

    Academic text (2013)
  • So far, the information on LSA mix application in low- or reduced-fat meat products is scarce.

    Academic text (2015)
  • Figure A4 gives a realistic example of the application of the FD-based contour resampling technique.

    Academic text (2011)

Synonyms

use
vsapplication
1.0

The purpose or job that something has

refers to the act of putting something into operation for a purpose
utilization
vsapplication
  • US
27 4.3

Using something for a purpose

describes a single act of putting something into operation
employment
vsapplication
  • Formal
20 2.1

Using something for a certain purpose

focuses on putting something into operation or starting it
practical application
vsapplication
8 3.8

Putting an idea or theory to use in real life

is broader, covering any act of using something not only theories

Compounds

A written form you fill in to ask for a job

Putting an idea or theory to use in real life

8 2.4

A request you send to a bank to borrow money

A document with questions to fill in when you apply for a job or a course

patent application
  • Specialized
7 4.9

An official request to get rights to a new invention from the government

A sum of money you pay when you ask to be chosen for something like a job or school

1 3.5

A written request to a bank for a loan to buy a house

A formal request to a bank or lender to borrow money, for example to get a credit card

application program
  • Specialized
1 3.2

Computer software that helps you do specific tasks like writing or managing files

active application
  • Specialized
4.3

A computer program that is running and showing on the screen so you can use it

A programming language that uses terms familiar to its users

4.2

A computer program that uses little memory and runs well on phones or old laptops

A program that reads, understands, or writes human language text

How Often

sustained
22 3.9
regular
870 1.0
reusability
1 4.3
application
162 3.1
one-time
67 3.4

Surface Forms

application singular
applications plural

Morphology

application = apply (transparent) = apply + ation

Nominalization of 'apply' meaning the act of using or putting into operation; the meaning follows the verb sense directly.

Etymology

Application comes from the verb apply, which means 'to put to use'. So the application of an idea or tool is how you use it for a particular purpose.