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application vs use

use vs application

application and use both are nouns.

application is not a verb while use is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
application Yes No No No
use Yes No Yes No
As nouns, use is a hypernym of application; that is, use is a word with a broader meaning than application:
  • application: the act of bringing something to bear; using it for a particular purpose
  • use: the act of using
Other hypernyms of application include employment, exercise, usage, utilisation, utilization.
application (noun) use (noun)
the action of putting something into operation the act of using
a diligent effort (psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition
the act of bringing something to bear; using it for a particular purpose exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage
the work of applying something what something is used for
liquid preparation having a soothing or antiseptic or medicinal action when applied to the skin a particular service
a verbal or written request for assistance or employment or admission to a school (law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property
a program that gives a computer instructions that provide the user with tools to accomplish a task (economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing
application (verb) use (verb)
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
take or consume (regularly or habitually)
use up (resources or materials)
habitually do something or be in a certain state or place (use only in the past tense)
avail oneself to
seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage
Difference between application and use

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