Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for application. Search instead for Application/6.
Definitions

application

[ap-li-key-shuhn] / ˌæp lɪˈkeɪ ʃən /




NOUN
the act of putting a substance on something
Synonyms
NOUN
computer program
Synonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Taylor told the agency as soon as an application for water service was filed that he was not going to turn it on, he said.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Her group is considering an application to extend the amnesty date if the government does not do so itself.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

He was named Western Conference player of the month on Thursday, adding another line to his most valuable player application.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

To make the journey work without the audiences seeing each other, Broucke used a mathematical application called a Caesar cipher, created by the Roman general to send encrypted messages.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

It says: “Re: Your application to the School of Fine Art and Music.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam