[intransitive, transitive] to make a formal request, usually in writing, for something such as a job, a loan, permission for something, a place at a university, ...

[transitive] to use something or make something work in a particular situation apply something to apply economic sanctions/political pressure apply something ...

There are 39 meanings listed in OED's entry for the verb apply, 15 of which are labelled obsolete. See 'Meaning & use' for definitions, usage, and quotation ...

a formal (often written) request for something, such as a job, permission to do something or a place at a college or university.

a formal (often written) request for something, such as a job, permission to do something, or admission to (= permission to enter) a college or university.

[usually before noun] ​(especially of a subject of study) used in a practical way; not theoretical. applied mathematics (= as used by engineers, etc.)

[usually before noun] (especially of a subject of study) used in a practical way; not theoretical applied mathematics (= as used by engineers, etc.)

6 дней назад · to request something, usually officially, esp. by writing or by sending in a form: to apply for a job/loan She applied for admission to law school.

a person who makes a formal request for something (= applies for it), especially for a job, admission to (= permission to enter) a college or university, etc.

verb (used without object) · to be pertinent, suitable, or relevant: The argument applies to the case. · to make an application or request; ask: to apply for a ...