[no obj.]make another application or request 重新申请,再要求;再施用,再应用 he was ordered to take a driving test before reapplying for a licence. 他接到命令先参加驾驶测试然后再申请驾驶证。
[with obj.]apply (an existing rule or principle) in a different context 把(已有的规则、原则)用于新环境
[with obj.]spread (a substance) on a surface again 再次涂抹(物质) reapply the sunscreen hourly. 每小时再涂一次防晒霜。