Dictionary Entry
application
nounFind the meaning of the word application, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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A formal request, or a computer program or software designed for a specific purpose.
Example Sentence
She submitted an application for the new job, and downloaded a helpful study application to her phone.
Usage Note
Used to describe a formal request for something like a job or a loan, or to refer to a software program or app on a computer or mobile device.