implement | ||
1. | [ verb ] apply oneself to | |
Synonyms: | apply utilize | |
Examples: | "Please apply yourself to your homework" |
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Related terms: | use give change work misapply application implementation | |
2. | [ verb ] pursue to a conclusion or bring to a successful issue | |
Synonyms: | carry_out put_through go_through follow_out follow_up follow_through | |
Examples: | "Did he go through with the treatment?" "He implemented a new economic plan" "She followed up his recommendations with a written proposal" |
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Related terms: | complete adhere carry_through execution follow-up follow-up follow-up | |
3. | [ verb ] ensure observance of laws and rules | |
Synonyms: | enforce apply | |
Examples: | "Apply the rules to everyone"; |
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Related terms: | exempt compel run clamp_down execute enforcement | |
4. | [ noun ] instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end | |
Related terms: | instrumentality tool brush stick bar utensil rod snuffer needle flail oar fire_iron eraser spear hook cleaning_implement sharpener beater swab spike sports_implement tuning_fork iron swatter leather_strip stirrer candlesnuffer writing_implement buff strickle carpet_beater | |
Similar spelling: |
implemented implemental impalement implant impellent impale implanted implore implode implike implied |