# Crossword Lookup

> Crossword puzzle helper with letter pattern matching and dictionary definitions. (iPhone/iPad app by C Loep.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-lookup/id332500498 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [C Loep](https://appshunter.io/developer/300802963)
- Category: Games, Reference, Puzzle, Word
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 4.45/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 47 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 8 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2009-10-07
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-lookup/id332500498/reviews.md

## What is Crossword Lookup?

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AFKSoft Crossword Puzzle Lookup is a helper utility for solving crossword puzzles or other word games where the goal is to guess words and fill in blanks. If you are stuck on a difficult clue, just enter any known letters of your word, with spaces for blanks. Then you get a list of possible answers. Tap any answer to view its definition or synonyms and narrow down your choices.

Features:
* Fast startup
* Quick and simple to use
* Fast pattern searcher, find those blanks
* Searches as you type, wastes no time
* Dictionary lookup, explains it all(*)
* Thesaurus lookup, many ways to say it
* Supports British and American-style English
* Saves your search when you exit

Internet required for definitions and synonyms.

Also see our excellent Anagram & Word Lookup app, great for Scrabble(tm) players.

(*)If you're lucky.

## Key features

- Fill in blanks with known letters
- Suggests possible answers
- View word definitions
- Access synonyms
- Supports British and American English
- Saves search history

## Recent user reviews (10 of 47)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-lookup/id332500498/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Used every day .

*2024-08-15*

Daily go to for assistance with cryptic crossword , dictionary and thesaurus for all things word/spelling related . A great learning tool .

### 5/5 — Brilliant

*2022-10-27*

Couldn’t do without this app.

### 5/5 — Best app ever for crossword help

*2022-04-01*

As a crossword aficionado, my success in solving tricky clues is enhanced enormously by this brilliant app.  The fact that it gives links to the definitions of most of the suggested words is an added bonus.

### 5/5 — John

*2021-03-05, version 3.2*

Good app, I have a old dictionary program on my PC that did this plus it was a dictionary and spelling aid in that if you got close it would show you the correct spelling. The last item would be a nice addition to this app.

### 1/5 — Does not work as shown

*2021-01-20*

Does not give definitions as shown. 
Does not return a thesaurus as shown.

### 5/5 — Ten out Of ten

*2020-08-14*

What’s not to love about this app. I use it on a daily basis. It is so well designed to access a huge variety of vocabulary information. Great stuff

### 5/5 — Translation

*2020-05-12*

This app is really great, but do you also have it for the Spanish
Language.  I often get stuck, when I do Spanish crosswords.
I am learning Spanish and crosswords help me to increase mat vocabulary and introduce me to new words.

### 1/5 — Latest update ruined it

*2019-11-19*

Can no longer go back. Have to exit the app to return to menu. Previously worked ok.

### 5/5 — Versatlle useful APP worth every penny

*2019-03-13*

Brilliant APP

### 5/5 — In a DASH and need some SPACE!

*2017-05-14*

Great little app which I use all the time. It is really useful when all other methods of crossword solving have been exhausted. One small request, though: please tighten things up so that 2-word solutions are more consistent in the use of a space or a dash (because this can increase the number of letters to be searched). 
Apart from that, 5 stars all round!

## Frequently asked questions about Crossword Lookup

### What does the Crossword Lookup app do?

This app acts as a helper utility for solving crossword puzzles and other word games. It allows you to enter any known letters of a word, along with spaces for blanks, and then provides a list of possible answers. You can tap on an answer to view its definition or synonyms to further narrow down your choices.

### How do I use the app to find words?

To use the app, enter the letters you know for a word into the provided fields, using spaces for any unknown letters. The app will then search its database and present you with a list of potential matches. You can then tap on any suggested word to see its definition or synonyms.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, based on the provided information, this app is available for free. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a completely free experience for users.

### What features does the app offer?

Key features include a fast startup, quick and simple usage, a rapid pattern searcher for blanks, and real-time searching as you type. It also provides dictionary and thesaurus lookups, supports both British and American English, and saves your search history when you exit the app.

### Does the app require an internet connection?

An internet connection is required for the app to function fully, specifically for accessing definitions and synonyms. While the core pattern matching might work offline, the enhanced features that help you confirm your answers rely on online access.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.2 — 2016-11-14

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- fixed input problem
- misc fixes

### 3.1 — 2016-11-03

- fixes missing cursor
- misc fixes

### 3.0 — 2016-10-20

- Updated for iOS10
- Support for iPhone 6/7 screen
- Added option to show/hide index
- Misc fixes

### 2.4 — 2013-11-14

- updates for iOS7
- changed wapedia to wikipedia
- misc fixes

### 2.3 — 2013-08-26

- fixes

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