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applicator
noun ap·pli·ca·tor \ˈa-plə-ˌkā-tər\
: a tool that is used to put something (such as paint or makeup) on a surface : a tool that is used to apply something
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First Known Use of APPLICATOR
1659
Rhymes with APPLICATOR
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APPLICATOR Defined for Kids
applicator
noun ap·pli·ca·tor \ˈa-plə-ˌkā-tər\
Definition of APPLICATOR for Kids
: a device for applying a substance (as medicine or polish)
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applicator
noun ap·pli·ca·tor \ˈap-lə-ˌkāt-ər\
Medical Definition of APPLICATOR
: one that applies; specifically : a device for applying a substance (as medicine)
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