APPLY
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APPLY
: to ask formally for something (such as a job, admission to a school, a loan, etc.) usually in writing
: to put or spread (something) on a surface, a part of the body, etc.
: to cause (force, pressure, etc.) to have an effect or to be felt
ap·plied
ap·ply·ing
Full Definition of APPLY
transitive verb
1a : to put to use especially for some practical purpose <applies pressure to get what he wants>
b : to bring into action <apply the brakes>
2: to employ diligently or with close attention <should apply yourself to your work>
intransitive verb
1: to have relevance or a valid connection <this rule applies to freshmen only>
2: to make an appeal or request especially in the form of a written application <apply for a job>
Examples of APPLY
- For further information, apply to the address below.
- I applied in writing to several different companies.
- You must have a high school diploma for this job. High school dropouts need not apply.
- After applying a thin layer of paint to the wall and letting it dry, apply another coat.
- We applied the ointment to the cut.
- I washed my face and applied fresh makeup.
- Fertilizer was applied to the lawn every two weeks.
Related to APPLY
Synonyms
appertain, bear, pertain, refer, relate, have to do with, get cracking, get one's act together, get with it, turn one's hand (or turn a hand)
Related Words
affect, concern, interest, involve, touch; associate, connect, couple, interrelate, link, tie in; deal (with), treat
Near Antonyms
dally, dawdle, dillydally, fiddle (around), fool around, idle, mess around, monkey (around), play, potter (around), putter (around), trifle