Aplicable
Example: Esta norma es aplicable a todas las empresas del sector.
Definition
"Aplicable" describes something that can be relevantly and effectively used or put into practice in a particular situation or context. For example, a rule that is "aplicable" means it can be appropriately enforced or followed in specific cases or conditions.
Etymology
The word "aplicable" comes from the Spanish verb 'aplicar,' meaning 'to apply,' which itself derives from the Latin 'applicare,' meaning 'to attach to' or 'to apply.' Did you know? The Latin root 'plicare' means 'to fold,' so originally it implied 'to bring things together.'
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"Aplicable" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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