MSDict Oxford Dictionary of Idioms (S60 5th Edition)
Version: 1.0
Platforms: Symbian OS, Series 60
Categories: Dictionary & Translator
Upload date: 12 Sep 10
Developer: Mobile Systems
License: Shareware
Price: 14.99 $
Downloads: 3014 File Size: 1248 Kb
Containing more than 5,000 entries, this dictionary covers metaphorical phrases, similes, familiar sayings, and proverbs, providing illustrative quotations from sources as varied as the Bible, the Spectator, and Agatha Christie. It explains meanings and provides historical information for well-known idioms such as cost an arm and a leg, knocks spots off, once in a blue moon, the tip of the iceberg, and many more. Full of fascinating facts, this dictionary is ideal for anyone with interest in the origins of the colloquial, quirky byways of the English language.
Idioms are arranged alphabetically by key word for easy reference. Sayings in British English are supplemented by American English and other expressions.
Word Definition Structure
The invariable components of the entry structure are the idiom itself with capitalized keyword and any common variants given in brackets, followed by the definition. In addition there may be a label or labels indicating register and/or geographical area, a sentence or short paragraph covering etymological, historical and usage points of interest, and an illustrative quotation. The marking of a quotation with an asterisk indicates it is the earliest example of the use of this idiom yet traced.
The MSDict Dictionary Format
The Oxford Dictionary of Idioms is here presented in MSDict electronic format. MSDict offers best experience in mobile reference and is available for any handheld platform.
Handy custom filters added to help you locate the word you are searching for:
Fuzzy filter- used when you are not sure of the correct spelling of a word
Keyword- used to locate the instances of a key word within other compound words
Wild card - "?" and "*" replace a letter and group of letters in words
Dynamic changing of font sizes
History lists of visited words
Support of multiple dictionaries installed at a time
Fullscreen support
Page scrolling mode added
Ability to select and change the language for MSDict menus and messages. The supported languages are- English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Finish, Russian and Portuguese.
Copy single words, selected paragraphs or whole word definitions in external programs on your phone
Two different work modes- View and Selection for your convenience when browsing word definition
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S60 5th Edition
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