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ALL meanings of appliable

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  • noun appliable (obsolete) Compliant; accommodating. 1
  • verb with object appliable to make use of as relevant, suitable, or pertinent: to apply a theory to a problem. 1
  • verb with object appliable to put to use, especially for a particular purpose: to apply pressure to open a door. 1
  • verb with object appliable to bring into action; use; employ: He applied the brakes and skidded to a stop. 1
  • verb with object appliable to use a label or other designation: Don't apply any such term to me. 1
  • verb with object appliable to use for or assign to a specific purpose: He applied a portion of his salary each week to savings. 1
  • verb with object appliable to put into effect: They applied the rules to new members only. 1
  • verb with object appliable to devote or employ diligently or with close attention: to apply one's mind to a problem; to apply oneself to a task. 1
  • verb with object appliable to place in contact with; lay or spread on: to apply paint to a wall; to apply a bandage to a wound. 1
  • verb with object appliable to bring into physical contact with or close proximity to: to apply a match to gunpowder. 1
  • verb with object appliable to credit to, as an account: to apply $10 to his account at the store. 1
  • verb without object appliable to be pertinent, suitable, or relevant: The argument applies to the case. The theory doesn't apply. 1
  • verb without object appliable to make an application or request; ask: to apply for a job; to apply for a raise. 1
  • verb without object appliable to lay or spread on: The plastic coating is easy to apply on any surface. 1
  • verb without object appliable to be placed or remain in contact: This paint doesn't apply very easily. 1
  • noun appliable Able to be put into use or applied; applicable. 0
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