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Meaning of applying
The primary meaning of the word "applying" is to put something into action or use, or to submit an application for something.
Etymology of applying
The word "applying" comes from the Old French word "apliquer", which is derived from the Latin words "ad" (to) and "plicare" (to fold), and originally meant "to fold or bend towards"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century, initially with the meaning of "to bring or direct towards" and later with the meaning of "to put into action or use"
Synonyms
implementing
using
exercising
utilizing
putting
practicing
administering
enacting
executing
enforcing
effecting
realizing
carrying
conducting
managing
directing
governing
regulating
controlling
operating
handling
treating
processing
submitting
proposing
presenting
offering
suggesting
recommending
nominating
designating
assigning
allocating
devoting
dedicating
committing
pledging
promising
vowing
swearing
avowing
Definitions
- The act of putting something into action or use, especially a theory, principle, or method
- The act of submitting an application, especially for a job, grant, or admission to a college or university
- The act of bringing something to bear on a particular situation or problem
Usage Examples
- The company is applying new methods to improve efficiency
- She is applying for a job at a prestigious firm
- The teacher is applying the principles of psychology to her teaching practice
- The new policy is being applied to all employees
- The researcher is applying for a grant to fund her study