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applicator

American  
[ap-li-key-ter] / ˈæp lɪˌkeɪ tər /

noun

  1. a simple device, as a rod, spatula, or the like, for applying medication, cosmetics, glue, or any other substance not usually touched with the fingers.

applicator British  
/ ˈæplɪˌkeɪtə /

noun

  1. a device, such as a spatula or rod, for applying a medicine, glue, etc

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Etymology

Origin of applicator

1650–60; applicate ( applicative ) + -or 2

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