applicator

noun

ap·​pli·​ca·​tor ˈa-plə-ˌkā-tər How to pronounce applicator (audio)
: one that applies
specifically : a device for applying a substance (such as medicine or polish)

Examples of applicator in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Abu Issa dips an applicator moistened with olive oil into the pot to gather the pigment, then smoothly drags it along her lash lines, darkening her eyes. Zahra Hankir, CNN, 29 Feb. 2024 For the average person, the most visible health care detritus are disposable apparatuses used at home, from respiratory inhalers to syringes to tampon applicators to oxygen masks and tubing. Ted Alcorn, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2024 Pesticide resellers and applicators SB 1252/HB 347 Under this legislation, people wouldn’t be allowed to sue businesses that distribute, sell or apply pesticides unless the businesses were involved in manufacturing or modifying the pesticide. Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 18 Feb. 2024 Gone are the days of spending lots of time trying to clean applicators that harbor germs, instead this silicone brush does the job easily with no fuss. Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 16 Feb. 2024 Others love the sensorial experience of a tub and applicator like Sulwhasoo’s Timetreasure Invigorating Sleeping Mask. Sarah Y. Wu, Peoplemag, 4 Jan. 2024 Type: Mineral / Key ingredients: Titanium dioxide, zinc oxide / SPF: 50 / Oil-free: Yes Pros: Travel-friendly; great for scalp protection; brush applicator eliminates the need to use your fingers. Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 13 Feb. 2024 The chubby doe-foot applicator was a surprise, but the wand still allowed for precise application without excess product smearing onto my lips. Dianna Mazzone, Allure, 18 Jan. 2024 This device was pretty easy to use and came with two interchangeable heads (the larger attachment being suitable for your face and neck while the thinner one is best for your eye and mouth areas), a conductive water gel, a tightening cream, and an applicator brush. Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 9 Jan. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

applicate "to apply, put to use" (borrowed from Latin applicātus, past participle of applicāre "to bring into contact [with], situate near, bring to bear [on]") + -or entry 1 — more at apply

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of applicator was in 1659

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Cite this Entry

“Applicator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/applicator. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

applicator

noun
ap·​pli·​ca·​tor ˈap-lə-ˌkāt-ər How to pronounce applicator (audio)
: a device for applying a substance (as medicine or polish)

Medical Definition

applicator

noun
ap·​pli·​ca·​tor ˈap-lə-ˌkāt-ər How to pronounce applicator (audio)
: one that applies
specifically : a device for applying a substance (as medicine)

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