Apply

/əˈplaɪ/

The meaning and definition of Apply, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb

To lay or place; to put (one thing to another)
“to apply cream to a rash”
To put to use; to use or employ for a particular purpose, or in a particular case
“to apply funds to the repayment of a debt”

Synonyms appropriate devote use attach incline

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