Probably a stupid question, but how do I use an app on my Mac

Like the heading states ....probably a really dumb question.
Can I launch an app on my MacBook Pro.  No problems usings apps on my iPhone or iPad.  I just can figure out how to launch an app on my computer!
Thanks,
jns999

It will probably never change, at least not based on Apple's comments on the issue of iOS and OS X convergence to date, though of course none of us can say with any certainty.
Regards.

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