Chambers Dictionary

Chambers Dictionary

Classic English reference

13 ratings
110 reviews
$9.99

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 18, 2009
  • June 21, 2026

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This comprehensive English dictionary offers extensive coverage of words, including new terms from science and culture. It features intelligent search with spelling suggestions, pattern matching, and filtering, plus standard tools like bookmarks and anagrams. An offline reference for word enthusiasts and crossword solvers.

โœ“Extensive word coverage
โœ“Latest new words
โœ“Intelligent spelling suggestions
โœ“Advanced search with pattern matching
โœ“Filter search results by word type
โœ“Offline functionality
โœ“Anagrams
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What's New in Chambers Dictionary

8.4

June 21, 2026

iPad windowed display improvements.

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User reviews

Excellent app for puzzlers

My long-time go-to app for crosswords and other word puzzles. Life is too short to spend ages on unscrambling anagrams so let this app do the work. And a very extensive vocabulary of obscure words to back up the excellent search options. Worth every penny!

Fine app, terrible UI

It hurts my soul how badly messed up the UI is in this app. The latest refresh, picking up iOS 26 controls a mere 11 months after it was released, has managed to make the UI even worse.

Now disappointing

This was absolutely great until a recent update which means it it looks worse and annoyingly needs more taps to use. Was simple and easy, you would think it would be hard to mess that up.

Return colour format to white not grey

Please put return the look to a white not grey format, hate the update

No โ€œcataphaticโ€

Great app! Thank you, especially for the etymology.
However (thereโ€™s always a โ€˜butโ€™), I couldnโ€™t find the word โ€˜cataphaticโ€™ which I had only just come across.
No big deal but it would be nice to have it included in an update. And yes, it IS a word. ๐Ÿ˜

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FAQ

What is Chambers Dictionary?

Chambers Dictionary is a comprehensive single-volume English dictionary renowned for its extensive coverage of words, including the latest terms from science, technology, and contemporary culture. It provides clear, accurate, and sometimes witty definitions, along with up-to-date pronunciation.

What are the key search features?

The app offers intelligent word entry with spelling suggestions as you type. Its advanced search capabilities include alphabetical listing, sounds-like and often-confused word suggestions, fast pattern-matching search (*, ?, vowel, consonant), and the ability to filter results by word type (noun, verb, adjective, adverb).

Does this app require an internet connection?

No, an internet connection is not required to use Chambers Dictionary. It is a fully offline reference, making it accessible anytime and anywhere. This also allows for seamless use with other apps on compatible devices.

Who would benefit from using this dictionary app?

This app is ideal for word-lovers, crossword puzzle enthusiasts, students, writers, and anyone who needs a robust and reliable English language reference. Its vast vocabulary and advanced search features make it a valuable tool for understanding and expanding one's lexicon.

Is there a cost associated with this app?

Based on the provided information, this application is a paid app. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or subscription models, indicating a one-time purchase for full access to its features and content.