application

Application is defined as the act of determining how to use something for a purpose.

(noun)

An example of an application is choosing one of the many ways in which to utilize a hammer.

An application is defined as a downloadable game or tool for computers and some handheld devices.

(noun)

An example of an application is the game Angry Birds.

Application means the ability to be used.

(noun)

An example of an application is using a rule in order to penalize a student for failure to follow directions.

The definition of application is putting something on.

(noun)

An example of an application is putting wax on a deck.

An application is defined as a form to filled out, most often for a job or acceptance into an organization.

(noun)

An example of an application is the form that must be completed when applying to a college or university.

See application in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

the act of applying; specif.,
1. the act of putting something on: the application of cosmetics
2. the act of putting something to use: a job calling for the application of many skills
anything applied, esp. a remedy
a way of applying or method of applying or using; specific use: a scientific principle having many applications in industry
an asking for something; request: an application for employment
a form to be filled out with pertinent data in applying for something, as for employment
continued mental or physical effort; close attention; diligence
relevance or practicality: this idea has no application to the case
Comput.: often in the pl. form when used attributively [an application program, applications software]
1. any specific task, as billing or inventory, to be performed by a program
2. a program for performing such a task

Origin: ME applicacioun < L applicatio, a binding on, joining to < pp. of applicare, apply

See application in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

The act of applying.
Something applied, such as a cosmetic or curative agent.
a. The act of putting something to a special use or purpose: an application of a new method.
b. A specific use to which something is put: the application of science to industry.
The capacity of being usable; relevance: Geometry has practical application in aviation and navigation.
Close attention; diligence: shows application to her work.
a. A request, as for assistance, employment, or admission to a school.
b. The form or document on which such a request is made.
Computer Science A computer program with a user interface.