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application

(1) A set of files that make up software for the user. The terms "application" and "application program" are synonymous; however, there could be a technical difference if both terms are used in the same conversation. In that case, "application" would refer to the complete set of files that have to be installed (executables, configuration files, ancillary data files, etc.), whereas the "application program" would refer to just one executable file. See application program.

(2) A specific use of the computer, such as for payroll, inventory and billing. For a list of major application software categories, see application software.

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application

1. something, such as a healing agent or lotion, that is applied, esp to the skin

2. Logic maths the process of determining the value of a function for a given argument

3. short for application program, applications package

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application [‚ap·lə′kā·shən]

(computer science)

A computer program that performs a specific task, for example, a word processor, a Web browser, or a spread sheet.

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1.		application - application program.
2.		application - function application.