apply

Meanings

• verb

  to make an application or request, especially formally or in writing

  - "He applied for a job at the company."
  - "She applied for a student loan."
  - "They applied for a patent on their invention."

• verb

  to deal with or treat (something) in a particular way

  - "The paint was applied evenly to the wall."
  - "The medicine was applied topically to the affected area."
  - "The principles of the theory were applied to real-world situations."

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Pronunciation

1. /əˈplaɪ/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈæp(ə)li/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

appropriate , devote , use , attach , incline

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with apply
comply , supply , deny , spy , sky , tie , lie

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Variants

List of all variants of apply that leads to same result
applied , applier , appliers , applies , apply , applying , apply for college , apply oneself

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Forms

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applied, applying, applicable, application

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Etymology

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Old French 'applier', from 'appliier', to put to, apply. Related to 'applique'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'apply' comes from the Old French word 'applier', meaning 'to put to'.

2. The word 'apply' is related to the term 'applique', which refers to decorative elements that are sewn, glued, or otherwise attached to a surface.

3. In the context of mathematics, the term 'apply' is used to describe the process of using a mathematical formula or equation to find a solution to a problem.

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Related Concepts

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1. job application: A formal or informal request for employment, typically submitted in writing or online. A job application usually includes a resume or CV, cover letter, and application form.

2. academic application: A formal request for admission to a school, college, or university. An academic application typically includes transcripts, test scores, and letters of recommendation.

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Culture

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The word 'apply' has been used extensively in literature, particularly in the context of job applications and academic studies. In art, the term 'applied art' refers to practical and decorative arts, such as pottery, jewelry, and textiles.

How to Memorize "apply"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine yourself filling out a job application form.
   - Visualize the process of applying for a student loan.
   - Picture yourself submitting an academic application.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'apply' with 'request' or 'application'.
   - Think of the word 'apply' as meaning 'to make a formal request'.
   - Connect the word 'apply' with 'job search' or 'academic pursuit'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Apply = Ask Pleasantly, You'll Probably Learn' to remember the meaning of the word.

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