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application
 
SYLLABICATION:ap·pli·ca·tion
PRONUNCIATION:  pl-kshn
NOUN:1. The act of applying. 2. Something applied, such as a cosmetic or curative agent. 3a. The act of putting something to a special use or purpose: an application of a new method. b. A specific use to which something is put: the application of science to industry. 4. The capacity of being usable; relevance: Geometry has practical application in aviation and navigation. 5. Close attention; diligence: shows application to her work. 6a. A request, as for assistance, employment, or admission to a school. b. The form or document on which such a request is made. 7. Computer Science A computer program with a user interface.
ADJECTIVE: Computer Science also applications Of or being a computer program designed for a specific task or use: applications software for a missile guidance system.
ETYMOLOGY:Middle English applicacion, from Old French, from Latin applicti, applictin-, from applictus, past participle of applicre, to affix. See apply.
 
 
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