apply

Definition

  • v. be pertinent or relevant or applicable
  • v. ask (for something)
  • v. refer (a word or name) to a person or thing
  • v. apply oneself to

Word forms

Past participle
applied
Third person singular
applies
Present participle
applying
Past tense
applied

Example sentences

  1. vt.

    You should apply sunscreen before going to the beach.

  2. vi.

    I want to apply for a scholarship to study abroad.