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applications

/ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃənz/

Meanings
  • noun

    The software or programs designed to perform specific functions for users.

    - "She installed several applications on her new tablet."
    - "The productivity of the office increased with the use of new applications."

Synonyms

app , program , software
Variants
List of all variants of applications that leads to same result
application , applications
Etymology
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The term 'application' comes from the Latin word 'appliare', which means 'to apply'. In the context of software, it refers to a program or software that is designed to perform a particular task or function.


Trivia
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  1. The first application software was created in the 1960s for the COBOL programming language.

  2. The term 'application software' was first used in the 1960s by IBM to distinguish it from the operating system.

  3. The most popular applications include Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and Adobe Creative Suite.


Related Concepts
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  1. Software: Applications are a type of software that are designed to perform specific functions for users.

  2. Programs: Applications are also referred to as programs, which are sets of instructions that a computer follows to perform a particular task.

  3. Operating Systems: Applications run on operating systems, which provide a platform for them to execute and interact with the hardware and other software.


Culture
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Applications have become an integral part of modern life, with various fields such as education, business, healthcare, and entertainment relying heavily on them. They have revolutionized the way we communicate, learn, work, and entertain ourselves.

How to Memorize "applications"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize an application as a tool or instrument that is designed to perform a specific function.
    - Imagine a software icon or logo to represent an application.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'application' with the word 'tool' or 'instrument'.
    - Think of an application as a solution to a problem or a need.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Applications Are Tools' to remember the definition of the term.
    - Create a mental image of a toolbox filled with various applications.


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