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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
ə-ˈplī(-ə)r How to pronounce apply (audio)
noun

Synonyms

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of apply was in the 14th century

Phrases Containing apply

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