Main entry: application
Definition: the action of putting something into operation
Usage: the application of maximum thrust; massage has far-reaching medical applications; the application of indexes to tables of data
Main entry: application, diligence
Definition: a diligent effort
Usage: it is a job requiring serious application
Main entry: covering, application, coating
Definition: the work of applying something
Usage: the doctor prescribed a topical application of iodine; a complete bleach requires several applications; the surface was ready for a coating of paint;
Main entry: practical application, application
Definition: the act of bringing something to bear; using it for a particular purpose
Usage: he advocated the application of statistics to the problem; a novel application of electronics to medical diagnosis
Main entry: lotion, application
Definition: liquid preparation having a soothing or antiseptic or medicinal action when applied to the skin
Usage: a lotion for dry skin
Main entry: application
Definition: a verbal or written request for assistance or employment or admission to a school
Usage: December 31 is the deadline for applications
Main entry: application, application program, applications programme
Definition: a program that gives a computer instructions that provide the user with tools to accomplish a task
Usage: he has tried several different word processing applications