applicator

[ap-li-key-ter]

ap·pli·ca·tor

[ap-li-key-ter]
noun
a simple device, as a rod, spatula, or the like, for applying medication, cosmetics, glue, or any other substance not usually touched with the fingers.

Origin:
1650–60; applicate (see applicative) + -or2
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applicator (ˈæplɪˌkeɪtə)
 
n
a device, such as a spatula or rod, for applying a medicine, glue, etc

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applicator ap·pli·ca·tor (āp'lĭ-kā'tər)
n.
An instrument for applying something, such as a medication.

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