application
noun
uk/ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən/ us [ C ] HR
an official request for a job, a place on a course, etc., usually in writing:
an application for sth We received over 250 applications for the post.
make/submit an application You can submit your application online.
a job/college/membership application
the application procedure/process
[ C ] FINANCE
an official request to get something such as a loan or shares:
turn down/refuse/reject an application Her mortgage application was refused.
grant/approve an application You will receive the money as soon as your application is approved.
make/put in/submit an application
a loan/credit card/share application
[ C ]
an official request for permission to do something:
an application to do sth Officials have denied his many applications to add a second storey to his home.
an application for sth Her application for asylum in Ireland was successful.
a planning/licence/passport application
[ C ] IT
a computer program that is designed for a particular purpose:
Email is the most often-used application.
An error message reported that there was not enough memory to run the application.
internet/web/Windows™ application
an application programs/software
[ C ]
a way in which something can be used:
The new technology has many applications.
practical/commercial applications There are obvious practical applications for the research.
[ U ]
the act of using something for a particular purpose:
the application of sth There are many opportunities for the application of e-commerce.
See also
enterprise application
multiple applications
originating application
share application
speculative application