application program
nounUK /ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən ˈprəʊɡræm/
US /ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən ˈproʊɡræm/
A computer program that helps you do a certain job, like writing or playing.
She opened the drawing application program to make a picture.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A program designed for a specific task such as word processing or email.
The office suite includes an email application program.
3. Software that runs on a device and interacts with the user directly.
This application program lets you edit photos on your phone.
4. A set of coded instructions that performs a particular function for the user.
The teacher installed a learning application program on the classroom tablets.