An application is a software program that lets users do a task -- like listen to music or find directions.

VOA: special.2010.06.22

An important part of the application usually is the Medical College Admission Test,or MCAT.

VOA: special.2009.06.02

That makes for millions who cannot email their doctor or submit an application for a job or take a class online.

VOA: standard.2010.01.05