application

Everyday

1. An application is a written request for something, like a job, a place at a school or a passport. tree →
2. An application is a computer or phone program, often called an app. tree →
3. The application of something is putting it to use, like using a rule in maths. tree →
4. An application is putting cream, paint or glue onto a surface. tree →

In the lessons

In maths and science "application" means using an idea in a real problem: "applications of fractions". In everyday life people fill in an application form. In technology it means software. Phrases: application form, apply for, put in an application, practical application.

Examples

• Mum filled in an application for a new job. tree →
• Our class learned the application of fractions to cooking. tree →
• Download the application to your tablet. tree →
• Send your application before the end of the week. tree →
• One application of sun cream is not enough for a whole day. tree →
• This painting needs two applications of varnish. tree →
• The club got 40 applications and chose 12 players. tree →
• Magnets have many applications, like in fridge doors and motors. tree →
• The badger was in bed for about a month; but at last, in spite of the red pepper application, his burns healed and he got well. tree →

Note

Starts with a vowel: "an application". Countable. Verb: apply (applies, applied). "App" is the short form for the computer meaning only. In problems, "applications" are usually things to be counted (accepted vs rejected).

In Jewish tradition

In maths and science "application" means using an idea in a real problem: "applications of fractions". In everyday life people fill in an application form. In technology it means software. Phrases: application form, apply for, put in an application, practical application.

Examples

• Cajori says:'") "The principle of l)osition in its general and systematic application required a symbol for zero. (Mordell, The Origin of Letters and Numerals according to Sefer Yetzirah (1914)) tree →

Note

Starts with a vowel: "an application". Countable. Verb: apply (applies, applied). "App" is the short form for the computer meaning only. In problems, "applications" are usually things to be counted (accepted vs rejected).