The Merriam-Webster Dictionary Arrives On The iPad For First Time

One of the world’s most respected dictionaries is now available on the iPad for the first time. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary HD is a free download in the App Store. Created by Merriam-Webster, Inc., the app is an enhanced version of the company’s iPhone/iPod touch app, which consistently ranks as one of the best. In addition to offering all definitions from Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, the app offers voice search, along with synonyms, antonyms, example sentences, Word of the Day, and more. Other features include:

• Audio Pronunciations
• NEW for iPad: Scrolling Index - lets you browse the entire dictionary
• Reader View - lets you hide navigation buttons to see text in full screen
• Recent History - lets you keep track of the words you've looked up

For those looking for a free dictionary for an iPad, you can't go wrong with the Merriam-Webster Dictionary HD. However, keep in mind the app is supported by ads. What do you think? Leave your comments below.

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