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ap·ply       [uh-plahy] Pronunciation Key verb, -plied, -ply·ing.
–verb (used with object)
1.to make use of as relevant, suitable, or pertinent: to apply a theory to a problem.
2.to put to use, esp. for a particular purpose: to apply pressure to open a door.
3.to bring into action; use; employ: He applied the brakes and skidded to a stop.
4.to use a label or other designation: Don't apply any such term to me.
5.to use for or assign to a specific purpose: He applied a portion of his salary each week to savings.
6.to put into effect: They applied the rules to new members only.
7.to devote or employ diligently or with close attention: to apply one's mind to a problem; to apply oneself to a task.
8.to place in contact with; lay or spread on: to apply paint to a wall; to apply a bandage to a wound.
9.to bring into physical contact with or close proximity to: to apply a match to gunpowder.
10.to credit to, as an account: to apply $10 to his account at the store.
–verb (used without object)
11.to be pertinent, suitable, or relevant: The argument applies to the case. The theory doesn't apply.
12.to make an application or request; ask: to apply for a job; to apply for a raise.
13.to lay or spread on: The plastic coating is easy to apply on any surface.
14.to be placed or remain in contact: This paint doesn't apply very easily.

[Origin: 1350–1400; ME ap(p)lien < AF, OF ap(p)lier < L applicāre, equiv. to ap- ap-1 + plicāre to fold; see ply2]

ap·pli·a·ble, adjective
ap·pli·a·ble·ness, noun
ap·pli·a·bly, adverb
ap·pli·er, noun

3. utilize. 5. appropriate, allot, assign, dedicate. 12. petition, sue, entreat.
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ap·ply       (ə-plī')  Pronunciation Key 
v.   ap·plied, ap·ply·ing, ap·plies

v.   tr.
  1. To bring into nearness or contact with something; put on, upon, or to: applied glue sparingly to the paper.
  2. To put to or adapt for a special use: applies all her money to her mortgage.
  3. To put into action: applied the brakes.
  4. To devote (oneself or one's efforts) to something: applied myself to my studies.

v.   intr.
  1. To be pertinent or relevant: a rule that applies to everyone.
  2. To request or seek assistance, employment, or admission: applied for unemployment benefits; will apply to college next year. See Synonyms at resort.


[Middle English applien, from Old French aplier, from Latin applicāre, to affix : ad-, ad- + plicāre, to fold together; see plek- in Indo-European roots.]

ap·pli'a·ble adj., ap·pli'er n.
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