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Dictionary of World Place Names - Place etymology app for iPhone and iPad


4.2 ( 1472 ratings )
Reference Education
Developer: Trung Nguyen
1.99 USD
Current version: 1.0, last update: 6 years ago
First release : 16 Jan 2017
App size: 26.59 Mb

This app provides an offline version of Dictionary of World Place Names

Over 11500 entries

This app explores the history, meanings, and origin of place names around the world. It covers countries, regions, islands, mountains, cities, and towns, giving the name in the local language, as well as key historical facts associated with many place names.

Additionally, the dictionary includes a glossary of foreign word elements which appear in place names and their meanings, and a list of personalities and leaders from all over the world who have influenced the naming of places.

● Custom list
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● Study tools:
- Bookmark a word
- Words of the day
- Learn random words
- Multiple choice quiz
- Flashcard