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.
Quick dynamic search of words while you type
Transcriptions facilitating pronunciation
Hyperlinks between different related words
Wildcard filtration feature (the use of "?" replaces a letter and "*" replaces a group of letters within words)
Learning features
Support of multiple dictionaries installed at a time
Like it? Share with your friends!
If you got an error while installing Themes, Software or Games, please, read FAQ.
Supported operating systems:
Pocket PC 2002, Windows Mobile 2003, Windows Mobile 5.0, Windows Mobile 6 Classic, Windows Mobile 6 Professional, Windows Mobile 6.1 Classic, Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional, Windows Mobile 6.5 Professional
Similar Software:
Cambridge Dictionary of American English(PPC) The Cambridge Dictionary of American English provides definitions for about 40,000 words and is compiled to offer what learners need most in a dictionary. With easy access, clear definitions, current vocabulary and plenty of examples this dictionary is an indispensable aid to students of English
Pocket Oxford English Dictionary (Windows Mobile Professional) Pocket Oxford English Dictionary
This is an electronic reissue of the ninth edition of the world's longest-established pocket English dictionary by Oxford University Press. It offers excellent coverage of English as an international language and thousands of examples illustrate idiomatic usage
Merriam-Webster Dictionary for Windows Mobile Merriam-Webster for Windows Mobile Pocket PC
Merriam-Webster is America's foremost publisher of language-related reference works. The company publishes a diverse array of print products
Concise Oxford American Dictionary This dictionary packs an extraordinary amount of information into a handy book that is practical, dependable, affordable, and easy to read
Collins Essential Thesaurus (Windows Mobile Professional) Collins Essential Thesaurus (Windows Mobile Professional) - The perfect reference for everyday use
The Collins Essential Thesaurus is the ideal reference for home, school, and the office
The Merriam-Webster Dictionary for Windows Mobile The Merriam-Webster Dictionary is America's foremost publisher of language-related reference works. The company publishes a diverse array of print products. Dictionary making at Merriam-Webster has always been an ongoing process. Even as the 1859 edition was being published, editorial work on a completely new edition was under way
Pocket Oxford English Dictionary and Thesaurus Pocket Oxford English Dictionary and Thesaurus
This value language pack includes the world's longest-established English dictionary- the Pocket Oxford English Dictionary and the Concise Oxford Thesaurus
Other Software by developer «Mobile Systems»:
MSPhrase Oxford Portuguese-Spanish Phrasebank MSPhrase Oxford Portuguese-Spanish Phrasebank-
A complete Oxford phrasebook with over 3,000 current "survival" expressions in Portuguese and Spanish to help travellers and make their trips more comfortable and enjoyable. With an easy-to-use graphic interface separate icons link to topics covering a common travel situation
Oxford Multilanguage Pack (Windows Mobile SmPh) Oxford Multilanguage Pack (Windows Mobile SmPh)
This dictionary suite contains 5 bilingual and bidirectional dictionaries and is designed for the traveler who needs quick foreign words look-up
MSPhrase Oxford Spanish - Japanese Phrasebank (Smph) MSPhrase OXFORD Spanish - Japanese - Spanish Phasebank and Wordbank
A complete Oxford phrasebook with over 3,000 current "survival" expressions in Japanese and Spanish to help travellers and make their trips more comfortable and enjoyable
Pocket Oxford Spanish Dictionary Affordable, compact, thoroughly up-to-date and packed with extra features, this dictionary offers greater bilingual coverage than ever before. It is a complete guide to contemporary Spanish and English languages, as well as extensive helping tool with grammar
Collins Mini Gem Portuguese-Russian & Russian-Portuguese Dictionary (Android) Collins Mini Gem Portuguese-Russian & Russian-Portuguese Dictionary (Android) is an up-to-date, easy-reference dictionary, ideal for learners of Russian and Portuguese of all ages. The entries cover everyday Portuguese and Russian so you can be sure of having all the vocabulary you need
Collins Mini Gem French-Italian & Italian-French Dictionary (Android) Collins Mini Gem French-Italian & Italian-French Dictionary (Android) is an up-to-date, easy-reference dictionary, ideal for learners of Italian and French of all ages. The entries cover everyday French and Italian so you can be sure of having all the vocabulary you need
Collins Norwegian Dictionary Collins Norwegian Dictionary- If you are starting to learn Norwegian, or want to extend your knowledge of the language the Collins English-Norwegian Dictionary is the ideal book to help you understand and communicate. The dictionary has over 54 000 references, contemporary vocabulary, cultural equivalents, and notes on dialect
QuickWrite S60 (Italian) With QuickWrite you can reduce the typing time several times and increase the writing accuracy on your S60 phone. The program predicts the word you are typing, using a predefined spelling dictionary
Collins Mini Gem Swedish-Czech & Czech-Swedish Dictionary Collins Mini Gem Swedish-Czech & Czech-Swedish Dictionary is an up-to-date, easy-reference dictionary, ideal for learners of Czech and Swedish of all ages. The entries cover everyday Swedish and Czech so you can be sure of having all the vocabulary you need
