running application
noun phraseUK /ˈrʌnɪŋ ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən/
US /ˈrʌnɪŋ ˌæpləˈkeɪʃən/
A running application is a program that is open and working on a computer or phone right now.
The game is a running application, so you can keep playing it.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The act of applying for a job or position, especially in sports or politics.
Her running application for class president made her very busy.
3. A request that is still being processed and has not been answered yet.
My running application for a library card is still being checked.
4. The ongoing use of something, like a rule or a plan.
The running application of the new school rule starts on Monday.