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Longman Dictionary of English

Longman Dictionary of English

by Pearson Education Limited

302 ratings
198 reviews
📚 Education
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 1, 2014
  • October 6, 2025

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This comprehensive English learning resource provides definitions, examples, and pronunciation for over 230,000 words and phrases. It includes integrated grammar, thesaurus, and collocations to enhance vocabulary and writing skills.

✓230,000 words, phrases, and meanings
✓165,000 corpus-based examples
✓Integrated Collocations Dictionary
✓Integrated Thesaurus
✓Grammar patterns and common mistakes
✓British and American English pronunciation
✓Search using wildcards and suggested words
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Longman Dictionary of English. Based on 302 reviews and a 3.1/5 average, it highlights the 4 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Reference app.

Positive things

  • 🩷Powerful lexical enhancer
  • 👍Clear and engaging explanations
  • 🤩Transforms English learning into an inspiring adventure
  • 🆓Free with no ads

Negative things

  • 🐛App crashing issues
  • 🔇Pronunciation not working
  • 🔍Limited search functionality
  • 🔇Audio not available offline
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What's New in Longman Dictionary of English

7.4.5

October 6, 2025

Minor Bug Fixes

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Crash

Crash on iOS 26, please fix it asap.
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The app has been crashing lately

Please fix the issue, the app is not working again
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Powerful Lexical Enhancer

This Dictionary is a game-changer for anyone learning English! It’s more than just a dictionary—it’s a powerful lexical enhancer, giving us an opportunity to level up our language skills. ESL learners will love how clear and engaging the explanations are, with examples that make new words stick instantly. Whether you’re studying on your own or in class, this dictionary transforms your English journey into an inspiring adventure towards language competency and performance. Plus, it’s free and we don’t need to buy. Thank you so very much Longman Dictionary. May you be productive more and more. 🩷
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waste of time

I updated to the latest version because it didn't work, 500 MB of pure junk, it crashes.
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perfect

I don't understand why you all complain its voice service. I download it recently and find it a extremely and definitely useful app to study English. This app is provided for free and has no advertisement at all. PLEASE TREASURE IT
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Reported Bugs

4 issues

App crashing on iOS 16

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Search function not working properly

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Incomplete word definitions

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Bookmarks and notes not syncing

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Requested Features

4 requests

Offline pronunciation support

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Word level of CEFR

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Offline download of example sentences

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FAQ

What does the Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English app do?

This app serves as a comprehensive English learning resource, offering definitions, examples, and pronunciation for a vast vocabulary. It integrates grammar, thesaurus, and collocations to help users improve their English skills, including writing and speaking fluency.

What are the key features of this dictionary app?

Key features include over 230,000 words, phrases, and meanings, 165,000 corpus-based examples, an integrated Collocations Dictionary with 65,000 collocations, and a Thesaurus with 18,000 synonyms. It also provides grammar guidance, pronunciation for British and American English, and advanced search functionalities.

How much does the Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English app cost?

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

What devices is this app compatible with?

The app supports iOS versions 7 to 9 and is designed to work with new generation iPads, iPhones, and iPods. It is a universal app, meaning it can be used across these Apple devices.

How can this app help me improve my English?

This app enhances English learning by providing clear definitions using a limited vocabulary, showing words in natural context with corpus-based examples, and highlighting common words and academic vocabulary. The integrated collocations and thesaurus help in writing and speaking more fluently and precisely.