Q. Do you have any Android apps?

We did previously have apps for Android available for sale, however with the release of Android update 5.0 L we found compatibility issues with a number of devices. Due to these compatibility issues all Android apps have been removed from sale. Unfortunately, at this time we cannot advise of any plans to be made with … Read more

Q. Do you have any iOS apps?

Yes, we have two apps available for iOS operating systems, including the Complete and School Dictionaries. To see our range range, check out our Shop page or go directly to the iTunes App Store.

Q. Is the Dictionary available as an ebook?

We do not offer the dictionary in ebook format. The Macquarie Atlas of Indigenous Australia is available as a fixed layout ebook and can be purchased from the iBooks store or Kobo. Susan Butler’s book The Aitch Factor is available as an ebook from Pan Macmillan Australia or your preferred ebook retailer. If you are interested in a … Read more

Q. How can I get usage stats for our institutional subscription?

Usage stats are now available to you at the My Account portal. To view them, follow the steps below: If you are experiencing issues accessing your stats please reduce the time frame you are filtering the stats by. If you continue to face difficulties, please contact us.  Additional information about using My Account can be … Read more

Q. Do you have a comprehensive list of proofreading marks?

The First Edition of the Macquarie Dictionary contained proofreading marks however they were removed for later publications. Presently, you can find proofreading marks listed in the Australian Style Manual, published by the Australian government.

Q. How do I acknowledge or reference Macquarie content?

Content from Macquarie Dictionary Online must be acknowledged and include the title, year the information is accessed, the publisher and the site web address. Example: Macquarie Dictionary Online, 2016, Macquarie Dictionary Publishers, an imprint of Pan Macmillan Australia Pty Ltd, macquariedictionary Content from print editions must be acknowledged and include the title, year of publication and the … Read more

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Q. How can I print from the Dictionary Online?

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