Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A formal request or use for a particular purpose.
Application
/ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Most of the joint applications dealt with home refrigeration.
The girl looked back at Anne's application.
Make that reaction work and "special applications" might follow.
Etymology:
Originating from the Latin applicātiō, the word application moved through Middle French before becoming part of English, first appearing in the late 14th century, meaning the act of applying or a request.
Usage Statistics:
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