Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus
- 35 of 100 · reviews
- 4.6of 5 · store
- 28,219ratings on the App Store
- 500reviews read
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A definitive English dictionary with precise definitions, synonyms, and historical usage examples. High value as an English reference tool, but not a language learning instrument: no exercises, no guidance for learners, and no level adaptation.
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What people use it for
Native English speakers and advanced users doing serious academic or professional writing who need a precise authoritative reference.
What reviews praise
- Definitions more accurate and richer than any other mobile dictionary: nuances of meaning, historical context, and literary examples.
- Indispensable for working with academic English subtleties.
What reviews complain about
- Not a language learning tool: no exercises, no level structure, no pronunciation practice.
- Foreign language learners will not benefit.
- Some specialized words are missing.
What users experience
1 excerpt from the breakdown. These are individual cases, not a verdict on all users.
For so many reasons, I find it to be the best dictionary app, but especially for the note following the 2nd definition of 'literally' (adv. inf.)! I hope they won't mind it if I quote — this is the kind of nuance no other dictionary gives you.
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