application
noun uk/ˌæp.lɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/ us/ˌæp.ləˈkeɪ.ʃən/
(REQUEST)
B1 [ C or U ]（通常指书面的）申请;请求
an official request for something, usually in writing
a letter of application 求职信
Free information will be sent out on application to (= if you ask) the central office. 请来函至总部索取免费资料。
I've sent off applications for four different jobs. 我寄出了求职信，分别申请4份不同的工作。
Have you filled in the application form for your passport yet? 你填写护照申请表了吗？
[ + to infinitive ] Argentina has submitted an application to host the World Cup. 阿根廷已提交申请，希望主办世界杯足球赛。
- More examples
- Have you completed your application form yet?
- Please enclose a curriculum vitae with your letter of application.
- The application form will ask for your place of birth.
- You must submit your application before 1 January.
- She produced some bogus documents to support her application.
(COMPUTER)
B2 [ C ]应用软件
a computer program that is designed for a particular purpose
spreadsheet applications 空白表格程序应用软件
(USE)
C2 [ C or U ]用途，用法;应用
a way in which something can be used for a particular purpose
The design has many applications. 这个设计有很多用途。
the application of this research in the treatment of cancer 将该研究成果在癌症治疗中的应用
(HARD WORK)
[ U ]勤奋；努力；专心致志
the determination to work hard over a period of time in order to succeed at something
Joshua clearly has ability in this subject but lacks application. 乔舒亚无疑是有能力学这门课程的，但他缺乏一股钻劲儿。
(PUTTING ON)
[ C or U ]涂抹;敷用
the act of spreading or rubbing a substance such as cream or paint on a surface, or a layer of cream or paint
Leave the paint to dry between applications. 每次刷过后，要待漆层干透再刷。
Regular application of the cream should reduce swelling within 24 hours. 定时敷用药膏可在24小时内减轻红肿。
(RELATION TO)
[ C or U ]（法律，规定等的）适用
a way in which a rule or law, etc. relates to or is important for someone or something
The new laws have (a) particular application to the self-employed. 新的法律尤其适用于个体经营者。