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Definition of apply
applied
;applying
transitive verb
1a : to put to use especially for some practical purpose He applies pressure to get what he wants.b : to bring into action apply the brakesc : to lay or spread on apply varnishd : to put into operation or effect apply a law
2 : to employ diligently or with close attention You 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
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Examples of apply in a Sentence
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.
Recent Examples of apply from the Web
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The text and purpose of the Declaration would likely be recognizable to those who have applied for U.S. citizenship, since questions about the document appear on the naturalization test.
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Social security numbers, medical insurance policy information and birth dates can be used to apply for credit cards, buy cell phones and receive medical treatment on your health insurance.
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That day was when LeVan made the choice not to apply for what was the last available license that would have made his project possible.
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For the past two decades, Padres assistant equipment manager Tony Patricca has been responsible for applying Lena Blackburne’s Rubbing Mud on the balls.
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To get a program started, Special Olympics coaches may apply for a USTA Florida Section Foundation equipment grant for adaptive tennis equipment and other program needs by contacting Jessica Flynn at Special Olympics Florida.
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Evita Delmundo, 20, applied to be a contestant in Miss Universe Malaysia, the Daily Mail reports.
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This went on for months until Hawkins confronted him and applied for a restraining order.
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Fouling up seed germination by planting too deep, not keeping seed moist or by absent-mindedly applying corn gluten meal for fertilizer before planting seeds whose germination will be destroyed by the corn gluten meal.
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Origin and Etymology of apply
Middle English applien, from Anglo-French aplier, from Latin applicare, from ad- + plicare to fold — more at ply
APPLY Defined for English Language Learners
apply
playDefinition of apply for English Language Learners
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: to ask formally for something (such as a job, admission to a school, a loan, etc.) usually in writing
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: to put or spread (something) on a surface, a part of the body, etc.
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: to cause (force, pressure, etc.) to have an effect or to be felt
APPLY Defined for Kids
apply
playDefinition of apply for Students
applied
;applying
1 : to request especially in writing apply for a job
2 : to lay or spread on apply a coat of paint
3 : to place in contact apply heat
4 : to have relation or a connection This law applies to everyone.
5 : to put to use I applied my knowledge.
6 : to give full attention I applied myself to my work.
Medical Dictionary
apply
playMedical Definition of apply
applied
;applying
: to lay or spread on apply antiseptic to a cut
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