firstapplications

noun

UK /ˌfɜːstˌæplɪˈkeɪʃənz/

US /ˌfɝːstˌæpləˈkeɪʃənz/

The first times you ask for something or try to get into something.

She sent her firstapplications to three schools last week.

SYNONYMS

initial requests first submissions opening applications initial filings

RELATED WORDS

applications submissions requests forms registrations

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The earliest software programs you install or open on a device.

The firstapplications on his new phone were a camera app and a game.

3. The first official requests for jobs, loans, or places.

His firstapplications for a loan were turned down.

4. The first uses of an idea or method in a new situation.

The firstapplications of the new rule caused some confusion.