Application
noun
The act of applying or using something.
The application of heat can relieve muscle pain.
Often appears as...
- application of knowledge
- application of science
noun
A formal request for something, such as a job, school position, or loan.
She sent in her application for the job.
Often appears as...
- job application
- school application
noun
A computer program designed for end users.
He downloaded a new application for editing photos on his phone.
Often appears as...
- mobile application
- desktop application
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Technical
noun
Concentration, diligence or hard work.
With careful application, you can improve your grades.
Often appears as...
- application of mind
- careful application
noun
The act of applying or using something.
The application of heat can relieve muscle pain.
Often appears as...
- application of knowledge
- application of science
noun
A formal request for something, such as a job, school position, or loan.
She sent in her application for the job.
Often appears as...
- job application
- school application
noun
A computer program designed for end users.
He downloaded a new application for editing photos on his phone.
Often appears as...
- mobile application
- desktop application
Usage tips
Technical
noun
Concentration, diligence or hard work.
With careful application, you can improve your grades.
Often appears as...
- application of mind
- careful application
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/2Physical Process
Use it when referring to a procedure or method in various practices like science.
The application of a theory in a real-world situation.
Pro Tip 2/2Abstract Concepts
It can be used with abstract ideas, not just physical things.
Her application of wisdom to solve problems impressed her teacher.
Pro Tip 1/2Physical Process
Use it when referring to a procedure or method in various practices like science.
The application of a theory in a real-world situation.
Pro Tip 2/2Abstract Concepts
It can be used with abstract ideas, not just physical things.
Her application of wisdom to solve problems impressed her teacher.
Pro Tip 1/2Physical Process
Use it when referring to a procedure or method in various practices like science.
The application of a theory in a real-world situation.
Pro Tip 2/2Abstract Concepts
It can be used with abstract ideas, not just physical things.
Her application of wisdom to solve problems impressed her teacher.
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How batteries work -...
with the application of electricity. Plugging in a charger draws the electricity from a wall outlet that drives the reaction to regenerate the metal, making more electrons available for oxidation the next time you need them. But even rechargeable batteries don't last forever. Over time, the repetition of this process causes imperfections
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Eduardo Sáenz de...
this question makes no sense, because mathematics have a meaning all their own -- a beautiful edifice with its own logic -- and that there's no point in constantly searching for all possible applications. What's the use of poetry? What's the use of love? What's the use of life itself? What kind of question is that?
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Upgrading management...
problem in our personal lives at home were used to technology acting like a coach and helping us who in this room hasn't used a mapping application to coach you on how to go anywhere new the first few times we rely on health trackers to help us achieve our fitness goals or in my case gently nudging me to
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Music and creativity in...
and it's where we get the word harmony. Music was used as a form of medicine to treat illnesses and physical complaints, as a vital accompaniment to sporting contests, and as a means to keep workers in time as they toiled away on monotonous or menial tasks. One of the most important applications
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Welcome to Atlantium,...
refused to take it back my mother took it back out of embarrassment my parents raised me with the idea that in this country with the right amount of intelligence and application you can really achieve anything they also taught me that if you didn't like the way the
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Which sunscreen should...
When we choose a sunscreen, we can compare application method, the SPF, and the active ingredients. Sprays can be convenient to put on, especially when you're wet, but a recent study found that most people don't apply a thick enough layer to get full protection.
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How to unboil an egg -...
that adds extra stress and encourages it to fold up first. This unboiling method won't work with a whole egg in its shell since the solution has to spread throughout a cylindrical chamber. But the applications go way beyond uncooking your breakfast, anyhow.
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Filming Walrus With The...
underwater and then on top was two walrus sitting on top so it's really great feel like this is the perfect application for it because you know out here the ice is so much of it to underwater and we just get to see the whole bird you know it's very cool
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A headset that reads...
to any computing platform, application or device. So I'd like to show you a few examples, because there are many possible applications for this new interface. In games and virtual worlds, for example, your facial expressions
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How aspirin was...
and researchers continue searching for new applications. Already, aspirin's versatility has transformed modern medicine, which is astounding considering its humble beginnings in a scraping of willow bark.
Video examples
How batteries work -...
with the application of electricity. Plugging in a charger draws the electricity from a wall outlet that drives the reaction to regenerate the metal, making more electrons available for oxidation the next time you need them. But even rechargeable batteries don't last forever. Over time, the repetition of this process causes imperfections
Video examples
Eduardo Sáenz de...
this question makes no sense, because mathematics have a meaning all their own -- a beautiful edifice with its own logic -- and that there's no point in constantly searching for all possible applications. What's the use of poetry? What's the use of love? What's the use of life itself? What kind of question is that?
Video examples
Upgrading management...
problem in our personal lives at home were used to technology acting like a coach and helping us who in this room hasn't used a mapping application to coach you on how to go anywhere new the first few times we rely on health trackers to help us achieve our fitness goals or in my case gently nudging me to
Video examples
Music and creativity in...
and it's where we get the word harmony. Music was used as a form of medicine to treat illnesses and physical complaints, as a vital accompaniment to sporting contests, and as a means to keep workers in time as they toiled away on monotonous or menial tasks. One of the most important applications
Video examples
Welcome to Atlantium,...
refused to take it back my mother took it back out of embarrassment my parents raised me with the idea that in this country with the right amount of intelligence and application you can really achieve anything they also taught me that if you didn't like the way the
Video examples
Which sunscreen should...
When we choose a sunscreen, we can compare application method, the SPF, and the active ingredients. Sprays can be convenient to put on, especially when you're wet, but a recent study found that most people don't apply a thick enough layer to get full protection.
Video examples
How to unboil an egg -...
that adds extra stress and encourages it to fold up first. This unboiling method won't work with a whole egg in its shell since the solution has to spread throughout a cylindrical chamber. But the applications go way beyond uncooking your breakfast, anyhow.
Video examples
Filming Walrus With The...
underwater and then on top was two walrus sitting on top so it's really great feel like this is the perfect application for it because you know out here the ice is so much of it to underwater and we just get to see the whole bird you know it's very cool
Video examples
A headset that reads...
to any computing platform, application or device. So I'd like to show you a few examples, because there are many possible applications for this new interface. In games and virtual worlds, for example, your facial expressions
Video examples
How aspirin was...
and researchers continue searching for new applications. Already, aspirin's versatility has transformed modern medicine, which is astounding considering its humble beginnings in a scraping of willow bark.
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Sam Harris
American Author
I consistently encounter people in academic settings and scientists and journalists who feel that you can't say that anyone is wrong in any deep sense about morality, or with regard to what they value in life. I think this doubt about the application of science and reason to questions of value is really quite dangerous.
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Sean Bean
English Actor
At art college, I started to do music and then painting and drawing - and that would have been my ideal life, to be an artist and be paid for it, to be able to create stuff. I realized it was difficult, but I don't know if I had the application for it.
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Yuri Milner
Russian Businessman
It is hard to think of practical applications of the black hole. Because practical applications are so remote, many people assume we should not be interested. But this quest to understand the world is what defines us as human beings.
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Stephen Hawking
English Physicist
Throughout history, people have studied pure science from a desire to understand the universe rather than practical applications for commercial gain. But their discoveries later turned out to have great practical benefits.
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P. T. Barnum
American Entertainer
No man has a right to expect to succeed in life unless he understands his business, and nobody can understand his business thoroughly unless he learns it by personal application and experience.
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Sophia Amoruso
American Businesswoman
When I go through hundreds of applications from people who all have very similar-sounding experience, cover letters are the only glimpse I have into a person's personality.
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Farhan Akhtar
Indian Director
BMB' has opened up a world of possibilities. It has inspired me to believe that the really difficult things in life can be achieved by sheer application.
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Jenny Han
South Korean Author
College applications are such a huge part of senior year, yet often times you never see characters in books actually do work.
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Satya Nadella
American Businessman
Our goal with the cloud is to make sure that our cloud and our cloud applications are available on every device in the world.
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Neal Patterson
American Businessman
I designed and developed an unbelievable number of applications early in my life.
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Sam Harris
American Author
I consistently encounter people in academic settings and scientists and journalists who feel that you can't say that anyone is wrong in any deep sense about morality, or with regard to what they value in life. I think this doubt about the application of science and reason to questions of value is really quite dangerous.
Quote examples
Sean Bean
English Actor
At art college, I started to do music and then painting and drawing - and that would have been my ideal life, to be an artist and be paid for it, to be able to create stuff. I realized it was difficult, but I don't know if I had the application for it.
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Yuri Milner
Russian Businessman
It is hard to think of practical applications of the black hole. Because practical applications are so remote, many people assume we should not be interested. But this quest to understand the world is what defines us as human beings.
Quote examples
Stephen Hawking
English Physicist
Throughout history, people have studied pure science from a desire to understand the universe rather than practical applications for commercial gain. But their discoveries later turned out to have great practical benefits.
Quote examples
P. T. Barnum
American Entertainer
No man has a right to expect to succeed in life unless he understands his business, and nobody can understand his business thoroughly unless he learns it by personal application and experience.
Quote examples
Sophia Amoruso
American Businesswoman
When I go through hundreds of applications from people who all have very similar-sounding experience, cover letters are the only glimpse I have into a person's personality.
Quote examples
Farhan Akhtar
Indian Director
BMB' has opened up a world of possibilities. It has inspired me to believe that the really difficult things in life can be achieved by sheer application.
Quote examples
Jenny Han
South Korean Author
College applications are such a huge part of senior year, yet often times you never see characters in books actually do work.
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Satya Nadella
American Businessman
Our goal with the cloud is to make sure that our cloud and our cloud applications are available on every device in the world.
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Neal Patterson
American Businessman
I designed and developed an unbelievable number of applications early in my life.
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