application
gb/ˌæplɪkˈeɪʃən/ us/ˌæplɪkˈeɪʃən/
A2
Engels
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A2
entity
1
Formal request for something
A formal way to ask for something, usually in writing or online.
Gebruikspatroon:
an application for [something]
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners sometimes confuse 'application' with 'apply'. 'Application' is the noun; 'apply' is the verb.
Synoniemen
request (More general; not necessarily formal or written.)
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petition (Often used in legal or public contexts; can involve multiple signers.)
Antoniemen
withdrawal (The act of taking back a request or removing oneself from consideration.)
Woordcombinaties
job application
|college application
|application form
|submit an application
|application process
Thema's
business
|education
|daily life
|work
Voorbeelden
- She submitted her job application yesterday.
- The university received thousands of applications this year.
- Please complete the application form before the deadline.
- They rejected his application due to incomplete information.
- I need to fill out an application for a new passport.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- I sent my job application to the company.
- He filled out the application form.
- She made an application for a visa.
- We must send the application before Friday.
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A2
entity
2
Computer program for a task
A program you use on a computer or phone to do a certain job.
Gebruikspatroon:
download/install/run an application
Veelgemaakte fout:
Some learners may not realize 'application' and 'app' mean the same thing in tech contexts.
Synoniemen
app (Informal and shortened form, especially for mobile devices.)
Antoniemen
system software (Software that runs the computer itself, not specific user tasks.)
Woordcombinaties
mobile application
|web application
|desktop application
|install an application
|open an application
Thema's
technology
|daily life
Voorbeelden
- This mobile application helps you track your expenses.
- The company is developing a new web application.
- You need to install the latest version of the application.
- I deleted the old application to free up space.
- The photo editing application has many useful features.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- I use this application to learn English.
- He downloaded a new game application.
- She opened the music application on her phone.
- This application helps me find buses.
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B1
action
3
Act of using something
The act of using something for a purpose.
Gebruikspatroon:
the application of [something] to [something]
Synoniemen
use (More general and everyday; less formal than 'application'.)
Antoniemen
misuse (Using something in the wrong or harmful way.)
Woordcombinaties
practical application
|application of technology
|application in real life
Thema's
science
|education
|core_vocabulary
Voorbeelden
- This theory has practical applications in engineering.
- The application of this technique improved results.
- We discussed the applications of solar power in agriculture.
- His research focuses on real-world applications of mathematics.
- Proper application of sunscreen can prevent sunburn.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- This idea has many applications in science.
- The application of heat changed the color.
- We learned about the applications of robots.
- This machine has many applications.
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B1
action
4
Spreading something onto surface
The act of putting something like paint or cream onto something else.
Gebruikspatroon:
application of [substance] to [surface]
Synoniemen
spreading (General term for covering an area with something.)
Antoniemen
removal (Taking off what was applied.)
Woordcombinaties
application of paint
|application of lotion
|application of fertilizer
Thema's
daily life
|daily_life
Voorbeelden
- The smooth application of paint requires skill.
- This cream needs daily application to be effective.
- The farmer ensured even application of fertilizer across the field.
- Careful application of glue will prevent messes.
- Make sure the application is even before it dries.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- I made one application of paint to the wall.
- This cream needs one application each day.
- The teacher showed the correct application of glue.
- He used careful application of oil.
Grammatica
Lemmavorm
application
IPA
GB/ˌæplɪkˈeɪʃən/
US/ˌæplɪkˈeɪʃən/
Lettergrepen en klemtoon
ap - plic - a - tion (4 lettergrepen)
Stress on 3rd syllable (a)
Woordvormen
Noun
- Base: application
- Plural: application, applications
Woordfamilie
Forms
applications
noun
Core family
Related words
app
noun B1
applied
adjective
Negative and opposite forms
inapplicable
adjective
Advanced or less common
applicability
noun
Uitdrukkingen
application form
1/ˌæplɪkˈeɪʃən fˈɔɹm/
fixed phrase
Form used for official request
A paper or online form you fill in to ask for something officially.
Voorbeelden
- Please complete the application form carefully.
- You can download the application form from our website.
job application
1/d͡ʒˈɑb ˌæplɪkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
Request for employment in writing
A form or letter you send to ask for a job.
Voorbeelden
- I sent my job application last week.
- Her job application was accepted by the company.
submit an application
1/sʌbmˈɪt ən ˌæplɪkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
Send a formal request to be considered
To give your completed request form to someone who will decide about it.
Voorbeelden
- You must submit your application before April 1st.
- He submitted an application for the grant yesterday.