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Words Lens

Words Lens

Get word definition in a snap

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11 reviews
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Released
December 3, 2019
Updated
September 27, 2026

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YOYASOFT LLC
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Instantly get definitions for words you encounter in books, signs, or brochures by simply snapping a photo. This utility app helps you quickly understand complex vocabulary without manual searching. It intelligently skips common words in English to speed up the lookup process.

✓Instant word definitions via camera
✓Scan books, signs, and brochures
✓Automatic skipping of common words
✓Supports multiple device languages
✓Quick vocabulary lookup
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What's New in Words Lens

2.1

September 27, 2026

• Improved document layout extraction and reading • Added summarization of receipts and invoices with the subtotal, tax, total and other related information • Adds page-level reading-order and table-alignment controls for documents that need adjustment • Added iCloud Sync and Backup • Improves automatic document classification • Includes additional reliability and performance improvements

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User reviews

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Relevant and Reliable

App does what it promised to do…and does it better!
NNiklausMikaelson23

Muy buena

Me encanto la app el único problema es que no lee cursiva y yo escribo todo en cursiva pero no deja de ser re buena app
Llrcdthpdmp

Muy buenaa

tiene errores mínimos (con las tildes), pero es entedible es una app en crecimiento, muy buena👏🏻
Aalfonhaka

Not accurate

Not accurate conversion to text. some words are mixing.
SRSanthakumar Raja

Super useful

Great if you’re writing and need to get a quote from a book. Just scan, them copy and paste!
SSean2112bd
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FAQ

What is Words Lens?

Words Lens is a utility app that allows you to get word definitions instantly by taking a picture of the text. It's designed to help users quickly understand unfamiliar words encountered in books, signs, and other materials.

How does Words Lens work?

You simply use your phone's camera to snap a picture of the page or sign containing the words you want to define. The app then processes the image to identify the words and provide their meanings.

Does Words Lens skip common words?

Yes, Words Lens automatically skips the most common 4000 words when your device's language is English, and the most common 2000 words if English is among the preferred languages. This speeds up the lookup process for everyday vocabulary.

What devices is Words Lens available on?

Words Lens is available for iPhone and iPad devices, as indicated by its support for 'iphone', 'ipad', and 'ipod'.

Is Words Lens free to use?

Yes, Words Lens is available for free. However, it does contain advertisements.

How often is Words Lens updated?

The latest version of Words Lens is 1.9, and it was last updated on January 22, 2022. This suggests a moderate update frequency.

What is the age rating for Words Lens?

Words Lens has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

Does Words Lens have ads?

Yes, Words Lens contains advertisements. This is a common monetization strategy for free utility applications.