application - noun

the act of bringing something to bear; using it for a particular purpose

a verbal or written request for assistance or employment or admission to a school

the work of applying something

a program that gives a computer instructions that provide the user with tools to accomplish a task

liquid preparation having a soothing or antiseptic or medicinal action when applied to the skin

a diligent effort

the action of putting something into operation

application - thesaurus

coating   covering   diligence   lotion