Ap'pli·ca·tive (ăp'plĭ*ka*tĭv) adjective [ Confer French applicatif , from Latin applicare . See Apply .] Capable of being applied or used; applying; applicatory; practical. Bramhall. -- Ap'pli*ca*tive*ly , adverb Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/A/108