Aplicar
Example: Vou aplicar os conhecimentos adquiridos no novo projeto.
Definition
"Aplicar" means to put into use or practice knowledge, skills, or resources in a specific situation, such as using learned information in a new project or task. It often implies taking what has been acquired and effectively employing it to achieve a purpose.
Etymology
The word "aplicar" comes from the Latin verb 'applicare,' meaning 'to attach' or 'to join to.' Over time, in Portuguese, it evolved to signify the act of putting something to use or applying it practically. Did you know? The root 'plicare' relates to folding, suggesting bringing something together or making it fit.
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"Aplicar" appears in the Vocaplus list "", containing 111 commonly used words.
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