apply

Apply is defined as using something to complete a task or to do something.

(verb)

To put glue on a paper is an example of apply glue.

Apply means that something that is relevant or applicable to something else.

(verb)

Saying the law has to be obeyed by everyone is an example of how the law does apply to everyone.

The definition of apply is to go through the proper steps to be granted a request.

(verb)

To fill out some documents to ask the bank for a loan is an example of apply for a loan.

To apply is defined as to make a strong effort to do a job well.

(verb)

To work really hard in order to get a presentation finished on time is an example of how to apply yourself.

See apply in Webster's New World College Dictionary

transitive verb applied, applying

to put on or spread on; place so as to be touching: to apply a salve to the skin
to put to some practical or specific use: to apply one's knowledge to a problem
to refer to a person or thing with (an epithet or suitable term)
to concentrate (one's faculties) on; employ (oneself) diligently: to apply oneself to one's work

Origin: ME applien < OFr aplier < L applicare, to attach to < ad-, to + plicare, to fold: see ply

intransitive verb

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See apply in American Heritage Dictionary 4

verb ap·plied, ap·ply·ing, ap·plies

verb, transitive

To bring into nearness or contact with something; put on, upon, or to: applied glue sparingly to the paper.
To put to or adapt for a special use: applies all her money to her mortgage.
To put into action: applied the brakes.
To devote (oneself or one's efforts) to something: applied myself to my studies.

verb, intransitive

To be pertinent or relevant: a rule that applies to everyone.
To request or seek assistance, employment, or admission: applied for unemployment benefits; will apply to college next year. See Synonyms at resort.

Origin:

Origin: Middle English applien

Origin: , from Old French aplier

Origin: , from Latin applicāre, to affix

Origin: : ad-, ad-

Origin: + plicāre, to fold together; see plek- in Indo-European roots

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