What word meaning "to place, put on, or spread something" fits best in the sentence?
The nurse began to _____ the transdermal ointment.

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Apply means "to place, put on, or spread something." In this case, the nurse is spreading the transdermal (which means crossing through the skin) ointment on the patient's skin.
Inject means to force through the skin using a syringe (needle).
Ingest means to swallow for digestion.
Superficial means on the surface.

What Word Meaning "To Place, Put On, or Spread Something