# Science Dictionary by Farlex

> Free comprehensive science dictionary and encyclopedia with 100,000+ terms

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.farlex.dictionary.science](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.farlex.dictionary.science)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.farlex.dictionary.science`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** TheFreeDictionary.com – Farlex
- **Category:** BOOKS\_AND\_REFERENCE
- **Downloads:** 700,581
- **Rating:** 4.33 / 5 (5,902 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.0.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-10
- **First published:** 2015-06-25
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 31 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-24
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.farlex.dictionary.science)
- **Website:** [http://www.thefreedictionary.com](http://www.thefreedictionary.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.thefreedictionary.com/privacy-policy.htm](http://www.thefreedictionary.com/privacy-policy.htm)

## Description

Science Dictionary by Farlex offers free instant access to over 100,000 scientific terms drawn from multiple authoritative encyclopedias and dictionaries. Covering diverse fields such as biology, chemistry, physics, geology, astronomy, and more, it features thousands of images and 35,000+ audio pronunciations in both American and British English.

This user-friendly extension supports native voice search, advanced search filters (e.g., starts with, contains), unlimited bookmarks, font size adjustment, search suggestions, and sharing options. Trusted by millions, it is ideal for students, professionals, and anyone eager to learn more about science.

## Rankings

- #83,708 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.farlex.dictionary.science.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Reviewers view Science Dictionary by Farlex as a comprehensive, helpful science reference with broad term coverage and clear explanations. It is often praised for its usefulness and overall quality. Primary drawbacks are the lack of images to illustrate terms and the absence of offline access, with several users calling for offline mode and image support to enhance learning.

### Pros

- Broad coverage of science terms; a comprehensive science dictionary
- Helpful and easy-to-understand explanations
- High overall quality; repeatedly described as very good

### Cons

- Lacks photos/images for terms (no visual aids)
- Offline mode is missing; users want offline access

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