WordBook XL - English Dictionary & Thesaurus for iPad
Category: Reference
Published by: TranCreative Software
Latest Version: 4.2.1
Released: April 19th, 2010
Download from the App Store
* “WordBook leads the parade of free and low-cost dictionary options” - Ben Boychuk, MacWorld.com
* “WordBook's iPhone dictionary - the standard for reference apps” Rating: 5/5 - Steven Yaccino, appolicious.com
WordBook is a comprehensive, quick and intuitive dictionary and thesaurus of the English language. It's a great combination of comprehensive contents and fast intuitive interface.
WordBook has been the top selling commercial English dictionary app on iTunes store since its release in 2008.
FEATURES:
* 150,000 entries with more than 220,000 definitions, 70,000 usage samples
* 23,000 root word origins (etymologies)
* 120,000 pronunciation guides in International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and other notations
* Real human voice pronunciations
* Built-in thesaurus and word links connecting words semantically
* Unmatched index, wildcard, anagram search capabilities
* Bookmark (with user's notes) and history management
* Words of the Day: you get to learn new words daily, shake the device for new random words
* Browser-like definition content navigation, ability to tap on any word in the content to look up its definition
* Extending up to 5 web dictionaries to supplement built-in contents
NOTES:
- WordBook does not required an internet connection except to view web dictionaries or to play online pronunciation voices.
- WordBook includes entries of both American/British spellings. Definitions are written in American English.
What's New in Version 4.2.1
WordBook XL has been tuned up to work faster on iPad devices. This update also includes following new features:- Integrated spell checker in search input
- Additional font style options (in WordBook Settings)
- Refresh button in Words of the day tab
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