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Definition apply in American English

apply verb

verb
/əˈplaɪ/
1

to make an official request for a job or a place to study at a college or university, or for permission to do or have something

Example

We advertised three jobs, and over 50 people applied.

Example

Students can apply for money to help with their living costs.

Example

You have to apply to the U.S. embassy for a visa.

Example

Bill is applying to join the fire department.

Synonyms and related words
affirmative action applicant application
2

to use a particular method, process, law, etc.

Example

The trial judge had applied an incorrect principle of law.

Example

A similar technique can be applied to the treatment of cancer.

Synonyms and related words
repurpose use bring in
2.1

to use a particular name or word for someone or something

Example

In the past, unhelpful terms were often applied to children who were dyslexic.

Synonyms and related words
repurpose use bring in
3

to affect or be relevant to a particular person or thing

Example

The restriction no longer applies to him, because he's over eighteen.

Synonyms and related words
link surround correspond
4

to put a layer of something such as paint onto a surface

Example

Sara applied her lipstick carefully.

Example

Apply two coats of varnish to the table.

Synonyms and related words
cover wrap coat
5

to use physical force in order to make something happen or work

Example

Apply pressure to the wound to stop it bleeding.

Example

Apply the brakes smoothly as you approach the junction.

Synonyms and related words
repurpose use bring in
Definition apply in American English