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frequently-applied

|fre-quent-ly-ap-plied|

B2

/ˈfriːkwəntli əˈplaɪd/

(apply)

to put into action

Base FormPluralPresent3rd Person Sing.3rd Person Sing.PastPastPastPast ParticiplePast ParticiplePast ParticiplePresent ParticiplePresent ParticiplePresent ParticipleAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjectiveAdverb
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'apply' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'applicare,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'plicare' meant 'to fold.'

Historical Evolution

'applicare' transformed into the Old French word 'applier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'apply' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to attach or join,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to put to use or bring into action.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

used or implemented often or regularly.

The frequently-applied rule ensures consistency across all departments.

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Last updated: 2025/07/07 06:14