2014-06-26
Not bad
Doesn't always show plural words. I use this to play scrabble and I need to be able to check what the plural form of some not so common words are.
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#87 in Top Paid Apps > Reference
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#46 in Top Paid iPad Apps > Reference
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Description
Chambers is the single-volume international English dictionary with the widest coverage of all the riches of the English language. Clear, accurate and occasionally witty definitions, with the latest new words from science, technology and contemporary culture.
This 13th Edition reflects the changes in our language, with special attention paid to new words that have emerged, new uses of old words and the most up-to-date pronunciation. The 13th Edition includes over 260,000 distinct words, compounds, phrases and derived forms.
The intelligent word entry suggests possible correct spellings as you type, as well as listing words that sound the same or are often confused. Search features include:
- Alphabetical listing
- Spelling suggestions
- Sounds-like and often-confused
- Fast pattern-matching search (*, ?, vowel and consonant)
- Filter search results by noun, verb, adjective, adverbs
- Customize search options (case, derived forms, etc)
- Anagrams
There are also standard bookmark, recent word and random word features. No Internet connection is required, and it supports Split View and Slide over for use with other apps on iPad.
The Chambers Dictionary is treasured by word-lovers and crossword enthusiasts for its majestic coverage of English and its tradition of sneaking in a sprinkling of light-hearted definitions. Alone among the single-volume dictionaries, it preserves a rich stock of words from our literary heritage as well as covering all the latest developments in contemporary English.
Chambers Thesaurus is also available as a separate app, and can easily be cross-referenced from the dictionary. Our WordWeb, Chambers, Collins and Oxford dictionaries are also available separately for Windows and Mac desktop.
What's New in Version 3.85
Settings bug fix.
Seller
Name
Antony Lewis
Information
Developer
Categories
Version
3.85
Size
61.8 MB
Game Center
No
VPP Device Licensing
Yes
Rating
Rated: 4+
Compatibility
iOS 13.0 or later
Devices
iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPad (5th Generation) Wi-Fi, iPad (5th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (6th generation) Wi-Fi, iPad (6th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro, iPad Pro (Cellular), iPad Pro (9.7-inch), iPad Pro (9.7-inch) (Cellular), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (10.5-inch), iPad Pro (10.5-inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11-inch), iPad Pro (11-inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air, iPad Air (Cellular), iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 (Cellular), iPad Air (3rd generation), iPad Air (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini Retina, iPad mini Retina (Cellular), iPad mini 3, iPad mini 3 (Cellular), iPad mini 4, iPad mini 4 (Cellular), iPad mini (5th Generation), iPad mini (5th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (7th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPod touch (6th Generation), iPod touch (7th generation)
Languages
English
App Store: Customer Ratings
Ratings & Reviews
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App Store: Customer Reviews
2011-07-04
Very useful
This dictionary compares very well both in price and content. Does not have the many of the modern english words (e.g. tweet [as in twitter] or muggle [as in Harry Potter]) and fails to identify Oberon as a moon of Uranus. One short fall is the complete lack of output - you cannot copy paste or send anywhere.
2011-01-15
Great
Having had the paper version for over 30 years am thrilled with this app. Like the cross reference function. The only complaint is the colour of the icon is almost identical to their thesaurus app. Would be handy if they were different colours, or at least very different reds.
2010-12-03
Very useful
Chambers is one of the oldest dictionary companies and this dictionary includes many words you won't find in similar dictionaries, especially from non-English (Scottish, US, Aust) English and older words. Definitions are short but adequate. The software has wildcard and hyperlinking features. Definitely useful as a second dictionary. The printed version is a little bigger than the concise Oxford or Collins.
2010-07-12
Perhaps only good for crossword lovers
Very simple short explanations; No sample sentences.
I have never tried the paper version of this dictionary before.
2009-10-12
Worth the wait and the money
At last! Crossword enthusiasts and lovers of words will be delighted. Expensive but worth it for the content.
It is simple, clean, fast, good layout. The search facility is excellent- as a substitute for page-flicking it makes it very easy to find elusive words -it even tempts crossword-solvers to cross the boundary into cheating! The Chambers Dictionary is second to none -all we need now is Brewer's Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. Excellent addition to iPhone Apps.
2009-09-15
Finally, the best English dictionary with the best interface
The Chambers Dictionary is the dictionary I grew up with, it has by far the clearest and most detailed definitions, inluding the odd bit of wit. On both Palm and Pocket PC the Chambers had a horrible interface, finally on the iPhone they have made up for it all. The search functionality is amazing. I just hope I don't stop referring to the hardcover edition, this is one of the great English dictionaries
2009-07-05
Impressive coverage & great software
This is easily the best digital dictionary I've ever used. The wildcard searching is fantastic. The definitions are well laid out. The content is very broad; Chambers are famous for their breadth of definitions.
Only one tiny gripe; by default, vulgar words are excluded. There's a preferences option to turn them on. I like my dictionaries warts and all by default. I suspect the developers did this to keep Apple happy, so it's a minor quibble.