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applicable

UK/'æplikәbl/US
GREA1

Definitions

adj.

Relevant or appropriate to a particular person or situation

适用的,可应用的

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
ap-to, toward
+
plicfold, bend, layer
+
-ablecapable of, worthy of
=applicable

ap- (toward) + plic (fold) + -able (able to be) = "able to be folded toward / laid onto" a situation — i.e. relevant. See apply.

Root plic still carries 55 more words

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    These rules are applicable to all employees.

  • 2.

    Cross out any sections that are not applicable.

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