Definition of APPLICATOR

applicator

Meanings

Plural: applicators

Noun

  • a device for applying a substance
  • A tool or device used to apply a fluid or semi-fluid substance to a surface.
  • A tubular device to insert a tampon into the vagina.

Origin / Etymology

From application + -or.

Synonyms

applier

Scrabble Score: 16

applicator is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
applicator is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
applicator is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 20

applicator is a valid Words With Friends word