Cool App for Language Lovers
Cool App for Language Lovers
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Program license: Free
Developer: MobiSystems
Version: 14.1.859
Works under: Android
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Program license
(3 votes)
Free
Developer
Version
MobiSystems
14.1.859
Works under:
Android
Pros
- Over 600,000 words, phrases, and definitions
- Offline functionality
- Word of the Day feature
- Powerful search that can handle misspelled words
- Clean, user-friendly design
Cons
- Some users may find the comprehensive content overwhelming
- The app is quite large, requiring significant storage space
A comprehensive, offline English dictionary app with over 600,000 words.
Overview
The Shorter Oxford English Dictionary is a condensed version of the 20-volume Oxford English Dictionary designed for mobile devices. This app offers over 600,000 words, phrases, and definitions, along with 80,000 quotations from thousands of authors. It's an offline dictionary, which means users can look up words without an internet connection.
Features
This app stands out from other dictionary apps due to its comprehensive content and user-friendly design. Users can not only look up words but also trace the historical development of words through 2.5 million quotations. The app also provides detailed information about the usage, grammar, and pronunciation of words.
One notable feature is the Word of the Day which is designed to help users expand their vocabulary. The app also includes a powerful search that can handle even misspelled words. Users can also create a list of favourite words and browse through the dictionary in a more traditional way.
Performance
The Shorter Oxford English Dictionary app runs smoothly and efficiently on Android devices. The offline functionality is reliable, with rapid loading of results. The design is clean and intuitive, making it easy to navigate and find the information you need.
Pros
- Over 600,000 words, phrases, and definitions
- Offline functionality
- Word of the Day feature
- Powerful search that can handle misspelled words
- Clean, user-friendly design
Cons
- Some users may find the comprehensive content overwhelming
- The app is quite large, requiring significant storage space