Applicable
Example: Cette règle est applicable uniquement dans certains cas précis.
Definition
"Applicable" describes something, such as a rule or law, that can be appropriately used or put into effect in a particular situation or case. For example, a rule that is "applicable" only in specific circumstances means it is relevant and enforceable there.
Etymology
The word "applicable" comes from the Latin verb 'applicare', meaning 'to attach' or 'to apply'. It entered English through Old French, retaining the sense of being able to be applied or relevant to a situation. Did you know? The root 'plicare' means 'to fold', hinting at how something 'applicable' fits or folds into a context.
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"Applicable" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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