applied

Put into practical use.

Of a branch of science, serving another branch of science or engineering.

To lay or place; to put (one thing to another)

"to apply cream to a rash"

To put to use; to use or employ for a particular purpose, or in a particular case

"to apply funds to the repayment of a debt"

Similar: appropriate, devote, use

To make use of, declare, or pronounce, as suitable, fitting, or relative

"We need to apply the skills we've learned to solve this problem"