Oxford Primary Dictionary – improve spelling, learn words and explore the English language app for iPhone and iPad


4.1 ( 2211 ratings )
Reference Education
Developer: EducationApps Limited
9.99 USD
Current version: 1.1, last update: 7 years ago
First release : 12 Dec 2013
App size: 74.49 Mb

For children aged 9-11, the Oxford Primary Dictionary is the perfect app for quick and authoritative word lookups. The app contains over 30,000 words and phrases, with clear and understandable definitions. The app was built by EducationApps, the UKs leading producer of mobile learning apps, with content licensed from Oxford University Press.

• Definitions are age appropriate and authoritative, with numbered meanings, word classes and inflections.
• Example sentences demonstrate how words are used in familiar situations and contexts.
• Simple pronunciation guides are included for difficult words.
• Useful ‘Top Tips’ boxes give extra help with grammar and spelling (look for the blue bird).

• Quick search function shows instant results as you type.
• Entries can be bookmarked so tricky words can be checked quickly.
• Expand vocabulary with Word of the Day, or by shaking the device to see a random entry.
• Diagrams add depth and interest to words such as ‘castle’, ‘eye’ and ‘insect’.
• Offline access – the whole of the ‘Oxford Primary Dictionary’ is included in the app.
• Accessible! Authoritative! Age-appropriate!

A quick and trustworthy dictionary app to help children 9-11 years old to explore and understand language – perfect for help with homework.


To help children discover new words, the Oxford Primary Thesaurus app is also available from EducationApps on the App Store.

This is a universal app, compatible with the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch. A discount is available to educational institutions purchasing via Apples Education Volume Purchasing Programme.