App: meaning, definitions and examples
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app
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technology
An application or 'app' is a software program designed to perform a specific function directly for the user or, in some cases, for another application program. Apps typically run on mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets.
Synonyms
application, program, software
Examples of usage
- I downloaded a new app to help me track my daily water intake.
- The app allows users to order food directly from their phones.
informal
An application form, especially for employment.
Synonyms
application form, employment form
Examples of usage
- I filled out an app for the job at the local supermarket.
informal
To submit an application form for something, usually a job.
Synonyms
apply, submit an application
Examples of usage
- He decided to app for the position at the new company.
Translations
Translations of the word "app" in other languages:
๐ต๐น aplicativo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคช
๐ฉ๐ช App
๐ฎ๐ฉ aplikasi
๐บ๐ฆ ะดะพะดะฐัะพะบ
๐ต๐ฑ aplikacja
๐ฏ๐ต ใขใใช
๐ซ๐ท application
๐ช๐ธ aplicaciรณn
๐น๐ท uygulama
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฑ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุชุทุจูู
๐จ๐ฟ aplikace
๐ธ๐ฐ aplikรกcia
๐จ๐ณ ๅบ็จ็จๅบ
๐ธ๐ฎ aplikacija
๐ฎ๐ธ forrit
๐ฐ๐ฟ าะพััะผัะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแแชแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ tษtbiq
๐ฒ๐ฝ aplicaciรณn
Word origin
The term 'app' is a shortened form of the word 'application', which has been used in the context of computing since the mid-20th century. The rise of mobile devices, especially smartphones, popularized the use of the term 'app' to refer to software programs designed for these devices. The Apple App Store, launched in 2008, played a significant role in the mainstream adoption of mobile apps. Today, apps have become an integral part of everyday life, offering a wide range of functionalities and services.
See also: apps.