applied
|ap-plied|
B2
/əˈplaɪd/
(apply)
to put into action
Etymology
Etymology Information
'applied' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'applicare,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'plicare' meant 'to fold.'
Historical Evolution
'applicare' transformed into the Old French word 'applier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'apply' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to attach or join,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to put to use or bring into action.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'apply'.
She applied for the job last week.
Adjective 1
(of a subject of study) put to practical use as opposed to being theoretical.
He studied applied physics.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45