Etymology ~ Word Origins app for iPhone and iPad


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Reference Education
Developer: OmniVerse
1.99 USD
Current version: 1.1, last update: 7 years ago
First release : 05 Dec 2011
App size: 7.15 Mb

Are the words lieutenant and tennis related? What did phony refer to centuries ago? The origins of these words and 35,000 more are available in this necessary companion to any word lover.

Including over 35,000 entries, this is a very comprehensive guide to word origins that contains a variety of information about the English language and its history. Obtain a deeper understanding of word meanings and word relationships by exploring their origins.

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» Over 35,000 entries
» No internet required
» Clean design with easy access to any word
» Full search to allow approximate queries
» Low Price!