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apply

1 ENTRIES FOUND:
apply ˈplaɪ/ verb
applies; applied; applying
apply
ˈplaɪ/
verb
applies; applied; applying
Learner's definition of APPLY
[no object] : to ask formally for something (such as a job, admission to a school, a loan, etc.) usually in writing(通常以书面形式)申请,请求
often + for
sometimes followed by to + verb有时接动词不定式
[+ object] : to put or spread (something) on a surface, a part of the body, etc.涂;敷;抹
[+ object] : to cause (force, pressure, etc.) to have an effect or to be felt施加,实施,实行(武力、压力等以达到…)
[+ object] : to use (an idea, method, law, etc.) in a particular situation使用;运用;采用
[+ object] : to cause (the brakes of a vehicle) to work踩(刹车)
[no object] : to have an effect on someone or something适用
often + to
: to use a word, name, etc., to describe someone or something指称usually + to
[no object]
[+ object]
often used as (be) applied常用作(be) applied

apply yourself

: to make yourself work hard in order to complete something successfully努力(工作、学习)
TOEFL IELTS BNC: 522 COCA: 938

apply

verb

ap·​ply ə-ˈplī How to pronounce apply (audio)
applied; applying

transitive verb

1
a
: to put to use especially for some practical purpose
He applies pressure to get what he wants.
b
: to bring into action
apply the brakes
c
: to lay or spread on
apply varnish
d
: 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
applier noun

Example Sentences

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. See More
Recent Examples on the Web Meal applications are not required; however, families may still apply in order to receive other benefits. Laura Groch, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Sep. 2022 Certain exclusions would also still apply, such as employees who work in building and construction trades, federal contractors and employees who receive federal funding, as well as federal licensees who are required to maintain drug-free workplaces. Melissa Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2022 Note that manufacturer caps still apply for this year. Ashlea Ebeling, WSJ, 22 Aug. 2022 Some masking and isolation rules still apply depending on whether staff and students test positive. Sahar Fatima, BostonGlobe.com, 15 Aug. 2022 With the change, a vaccination requirement will still apply for all guests 12 and older. CNN, 15 Aug. 2022 Also, only repeat customers, who have already climbed the purchasing ladder, need apply. Carol Besler, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2022 Still, building codes apply primarily to new construction, and there is not much of that these days. New York Times, 4 Aug. 2022 If your flight is one of them, the current rules still apply. Ian Duncan, Washington Post, 4 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Middle English aplien, applien "to join, combine, use for a certain purpose, put to use (an expression, word), strive (to do something)," borrowed from Anglo-French aplier, applier "to put to use or operation, attach to oneself, conform, bend" (continental Middle French apploier, applier "to employ, put to use"), going back to Latin applicāre "to bring into contact (with), situate near, bring to bear (on), make applicable or relevant (to)," from ap- ap- entry 1 + -plicāre "to fold, bend" — more at ply entry 3

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1a

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The first known use of apply was in the 14th century
TOEFL IELTS BNC: 522 COCA: 938
apply

verb¹

1be relevant相關ADVERB | PREPOSITION | PHRASES ADVERBequally同樣適用These principles apply equally in all cases.這些法則在所有情況下都同樣適用。PREPOSITIONto對⋯適用These restrictions do not apply to us.這些限制對我們不適用。PHRASESthe same applies同樣適用US companies are subject to international laws and the same applies to companies in Europe.美國的公司要遵守國際法,這同樣適用於在歐洲的公司。
apply

verb²

2put/spread on a surface塗上ADVERB | PREPOSITION ADVERBdirectly直接敷evenly均勻地敷liberally隨意地敷sparingly盡可能少用Apply the insecticide sparingly.慎用殺蟲劑。carefully小心翼翼地敷I carefully applied a creamy foundation.我小心地敷了一層光滑細膩的粉底霜。externally敷在外面PREPOSITIONover在⋯上面塗Apply the glue evenly over both surfaces.在兩面均勻地塗上膠水。to塗(某物)於⋯Never apply the cleaning liquid directly to the surface.千萬不要把清潔液直接塗到表面。

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