application
//ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən//
Noun
applicationSingular
applicationsPlural
1
A formal written or online request for something, such as a job, admission to a school, or permission to do something.
She submitted her application for the job online.
2
A computer program or piece of software designed to perform a specific task or set of tasks for users.
I downloaded a new application to edit photos on my phone.
3
The act of putting something to use or applying something to a surface or situation.
The application of paint to the wall took several hours.
4
The practical use or relevance of something, especially a theory or principle.
This theory has practical applications in everyday life.
5
Sustained effort and concentration devoted to a task or activity.
Success in learning a language requires patience and application.