This is the 5126th most frequent Russian word.
наносили
"Наносили" means "applied" or "inflicted" in English, depending on context.
This usage of 'наносили' means 'applying,' specifically applying makeup or substances to a surface.
Они наносили макияж перед началом шоу.
They were applying makeup before the start of the show.
Here, 'наносили' refers to the act of applying paint, again using the general meaning of placing a layer onto a surface.
Рабочие наносили свежую краску на стены.
The workers were applying fresh paint to the walls.
In this example, 'наносили' is used to describe the action of inflicting blows or strikes, extending its meaning to a combative context.