apply

One entry found for apply.

Main Entry: ap·ply
Pronunciation: &-'plI
Function: verb
Inflected Form(s): ap·plied; ap·ply·ing
Etymology: Middle English applien, from Anglo-French aplier, from Latin applicare, from ad- + plicare to fold -- more at PLY
transitive verb
1 a : to put to use especially for some practical purpose <applies pressure to get what he wants> b : to bring into action <apply the brakes> c : to lay or spread on <apply varnish> d : to put into operation or effect <apply a law>
2 : to employ diligently or with close attention <should apply yourself to your work>
intransitive verb
1 : to have relevance or a valid connection <this rule applies to freshmen only>
2 : to make an appeal or request especially in the form of a written application <apply for a job>
- ap·pli·er /-'plI(-&)r/ noun