applied
/əˈplaɪd/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Put into practical use.
Adjective
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Of a branch of science, serving another branch of science or engineering.
Adjective
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “applied” mean?
Put into practical use.
Is “applied” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.