Apply - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |əˈplaɪ|  American pronunciation of the word apply
Brit.  |əˈplaɪ|  British pronunciation of the word apply

verb

- put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose (syn: employ, use, utilize)
I apply this rule to get good results
- be pertinent or relevant or applicable (syn: hold)
The same laws apply to you!
- ask (for something)
apply for a job
- apply to a surface (syn: put on)
- be applicable to; as to an analysis
- give or convey physically (syn: give)
- avail oneself to (syn: practice, use)
apply a principle
- ensure observance of laws and rules (syn: enforce, implement)
- refer (a word or name) to a person or thing
- apply oneself to
Please apply yourself to your homework

Extra examples

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.

We applied to the authorities for assistance.

The captain applied to headquarters for a transfer.

What I am saying does not apply to you.

This rule applies to all.

The rule does not apply to this case.

She applied herself to her new duties with great energy.

She applied for a job with the local newspaper.

We need to apply for planning permission to build a garage.

Word forms

verb
I/you/we/they: apply
he/she/it: applies
present participle: applying
past tense: applied
past participle: applied
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