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Dictionary Universal

Dictionary viewer for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad supporting StarDict and Lingvo DSL

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Dictionary Universal is an iOS application for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad that allows users to view dictionaries in StarDict and Lingvo DSL formats. It solves the problem of needing offline access to specialized or free dictionary content, as no dictionaries are bundled with the app; users must install their own dictionary files and pronunciation resources via USB cable.

The application offers fast indexed search with instant match lists as the user types. It includes morphology support for English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish, as well as fuzzy search for misspelled words. Additional capabilities include context search within articles, an Assistant feature for clipboard translation in notifications, favorites and history, pronunciation support, and profiles for grouping dictionaries by language. It supports multitasking, iTunes File Sharing, compressed dictionaries, user stylesheets, and full-screen mode with multitouch gestures for navigation.

Dictionary Universal is designed for iOS users who need to work with custom or free dictionary files offline. The app is available as a single purchase; the pages do not specify a free plan, trial, or subscription model, nor do they detail edition or pricing structures beyond the app itself.

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