applying

uh-PLY-ing/əˈplaɪ.ɪŋ/

2 meanings of applying

1
verb
Present participle and gerund of apply. Use this form for an action happening now or as the name of the action itself.
She is applying for a summer job at the bakery.
Applying sunscreen helps keep your skin safe in the sun.
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2
noununcountable
The act of putting something on a surface, or of using it for a purpose.
Like the moment you spread butter across a slice of bread.
The slow applying of paint gave the wall an even finish.
Her careful applying of the bandage stopped the cut from bleeding.
Similarapplication, administration, use
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applying is a form of apply

apply, verb: To use something for a certain purpose or in a certain situation. Full entry

Forms: applyapplies he/she/itapplying -ing formapplied past tense, past participle
Spelling: apply → applying: add -ing

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