Description
Merriam-Webster’s Third New International Dictionary, Unabridged - America's most comprehensive dictionary.------------
Dictionary Details:
• Over 257,244 entries and 700,000 definitions
• 143,000 etymologies describing word origins and 100,000 quotations
• 1,100 synonymy paragraphs
• Special updated Addenda Section of new words and meanings
• Extended Thesaurus.
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Search and translate features:
• NEW! Full text search feature allows you to look up words more efficiently throughout the whole dictionary content, including headwords and usage examples.
• Three input methods make dictionary word look-ups more convenient than ever. Search by voice with Google Voice recognition service (Available for OS 2.2 and higher), take a picture of text and translate it with Google Goggles, or enter the word with your own handwriting using Paragon's PenReader handwriting recognition software.
• Easy copy-and-paste functions allow unknown words or phrases to be copied from an active application like the web browser or email to the clipboard, and automatically translated by switching back to dictionary.
• NEW! Translate unknown words or phrases from any application, includingweb browser or email, using the Share button. The feature allows you to send copied text to the dictionary directly and get the translation in one click! (Available for OS 4.0 and higher).
• List of similar words will result in case of misspelled look-ups.
• Wildcard Search if you are unsure of the exact word spelling. Use “?” and “*” symbols to replace the missing letters.
• English morphology module helps to translate words in any grammatical form.
Learning features:
• NEW! Full linguistic information – with declension and conjugation tables – is included, making Merriam-Webster a must-have for any language scholar (for English, French and Spanish)!
• NEW! Search for anagrams (e. g. bat-tab).
• English audio pronunciations recorded by native speakers.
• Word of the Day—a random dictionary definition daily.
Interface features:
• NEW! Improved interface design with easy-to-access navigation and search field makes dictionary use simple.
• NEW! Lightning-fast new engine allows dictionary entries to open as soon as you click with no delays.
• NEW! Favorites - to quickly access frequently searched words.
• NEW! Dictionary installation on SD card (Available for OS 2.2 and higher).
• Search History feature shows the last 100 words looked up.
• Enlarge or reduce font size for your comfort.
• No Internet connection required.
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About Merriam-Webster
Merriam-Webster Inc. acquired the rights to revise and publish Noah Webster’s dictionaries in 1843. Since then, Merriam-Webster has maintained an ongoing commitment to innovation, scholarship, and love of language. Each Merriam-Webster dictionary is the product of extensive research and painstaking writing and editing conducted by the largest group of full-time lexicographers in North America. Today, the company continues as the leader in language reference publishing with bestselling reference books and electronic references, popular Web sites and a range of licensed products.
tags: merriam, webster, translate, translation,vocabulary, paragon, software, reference, english language
Richard
Apr 23, 2012 9:49:45 PM
Toniokroger Please fix the icon! On Google play one sees the square Websters Third New International dictionary, but after installing it one is stuck with the generic ugly round icon. Other than that (and the lack of bookmarks) it is a very solid dictionary.
lightman
Apr 21, 2012 8:09:47 AM
Solid dictionary; app needs polish Some pronunciations do not play, and some are mismatched/ wrong word. Excellent dictionary content, but also refers to tables/ photos that don't exist.
Billis
Mar 31, 2012 7:48:24 PM
A much needed improvement. Hopefully the developer will continue to support it this app.
rep
Mar 30, 2012 5:21:54 PM
Getting better... I'm liking the new changes and added features! Changed rating from 3 to 4. Please keep it up. I would recommend a more streamlined way during the main screen. Instead of starting from A on, It would be nice to start by clicking on a letter then filtering for my word. Overall, better!
Pain in the ass.
Dec 13, 2011 11:01:20 PM
A total waste. Not at all worth the money.
Chandan
Aug 31, 2011 2:29:33 AM
The UI/functionality is most basic. But the dictionary itself is solid and is a good buy at the 50% discount being offered now.
Gary
Aug 28, 2011 8:38:50 PM
Fabulous bargain compared to on-line subscription plus you get superb android app. If I could give more than 5 stars I would.
Jeffrey
Jun 20, 2011 5:05:32 PM
I love it and use it all the time. Plenty of good definitions per word, good etymologies, and good synonym studies.
Phil
Jun 16, 2011 12:49:16 AM
Best dictionary app in Android market. Expensive, but well worth it. No change log for manual update. 1 star for lack of transparency. Evo 2.3, NS 2.3
Steve
Mar 29, 2011 10:15:05 PM
Good dictionary of course, as was ifs Palm predecessor, but you can't change the font size. Not quite a deal breaker but after all...