English Dictionary - Offline

This offline English dictionary app provides quick and easy access to English word definitions, powered by English Wiktionary. Its streamlined interface and offline functionality make it ideal for both phones and tablets.

Key Features:

• Extensive Database: Over 545,000 definitions and numerous inflected forms.
• Intuitive Navigation: Swipe through words, easily manage bookmarks, personal notes, and search history.
• Crossword Solver: Use ?, *, and . symbols for crossword puzzle assistance.
• Learning Tool: A random word function helps expand your vocabulary.
• Sharing Capability: Share definitions via email, messaging apps, etc.
• Third-Party App Compatibility: Works seamlessly with Moon+ Reader, FBReader, and other apps.
• Backup and Restore: Securely back up and restore settings, notes, and bookmarks to local storage or cloud services (Google Drive, Dropbox, Box). Requires respective apps to be installed.
• OCR Camera Search: Scan words using your device's camera (requires OCR plugin from Google Play and a rear camera). Access via Settings > Floating Action Button > Camera.
• Flexible Search: Supports prefix, suffix, and substring searches using wildcard characters (*).

Customization Options:

• Themes: Choose from black and white themes with customizable text colors.
• Floating Action Button (FAB): Customize the FAB to access search, history, favorites, random search, and sharing. Shake action also available.
• Persistent Search: Automatically display the keyboard on startup.
• Text-to-Speech: Hear word pronunciations in British or American accents. Requires a text-to-speech engine to be installed on your device.
• Display Settings: Adjust font size, line spacing, and screen orientation.
• Startup Options: Select your preferred startup display (home page, recent word, random word, or word of the day).

Troubleshooting:

• No Voice Output: Check your phone's text-to-speech engine settings. See this link for instructions.
• British Pronunciation Issues: See this link for troubleshooting steps.
• FAQ: Access the FAQ section here: this link
• Bookmark & Note Backup: Learn how to properly back up your data here: this link
• Permissions Information: Details on app permissions can be found here: this link

Additional Notes:

• This offline dictionary requires sufficient device storage. Consider using the online version if memory is low: this link
• For developers: A Dictionary API is available. See this link for more information.

Version 7.0.2-178yp (Updated Sep 22, 2024):

• Dictionary updated with new definitions.