apply
US /əˈplaɪ/
・UK /ə'plaɪ/
A1
verb
- To spread a substance or liquid over a surface
- To commit your time and effort to doing something
- To make something useful in a certain situation
- To be relevant for a situation
- To ask formally for (job, permission etc.)
Examples
These principles apply equally in all cases.
Apply the insecticide sparingly.