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Find precise English-to-English definitions effortlessly and for free with this intuitive dictionary extension.
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Discover the world of words with this FREE, open-source Merriam-Webster Dictionary extension, without switching tabs or getting distracted.
Uncover English-to-English definitions swiftly and effortlessly. Its simple search box ensures you access definitions seamlessly without losing focus on your content.
⚠️ Note: This is a powerful dictionary tool for defining words and phrases, NOT a translator.
⚠️ Note: While this extension is free, users need to sign up for a dictionaryapi.com account to generate their own API key for unlimited access. (More details in extension settings.)
✩✩ Key Features ✩✩
1️⃣ Effortless Definition Retrieval:
- Quickly get results within a user-friendly search box, whether by typing or selecting.
- Capture highlighted text from your browser effortlessly – select a text, open the box, and get instant results.
- Enhance efficiency with a convenient bubble button; a single button click near the selected text will show the definitions
2️⃣ Access to the main definitions page
- Direct link in results for main definitions page
- Selected text context menu item to open the main definition page
- Configure the bubble button to open the main definition page
3️⃣ Search History Tracking:
- Quickly revisit past searches via the extension's history page.
- Retrieve previously searched words on a webpage using the convenient review toolbar at the bottom left.
4️⃣ Video-Friendly Features:
- Pause playing video and resume automatically during searches for uninterrupted focus and time efficiency.
5️⃣ Compatibility with all OpenDictionary APIs:
- All the dictionary APIs offered by OpenDictionary for a comprehensive dictionary experience.
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🤔 Do I need it?
This extension is perfect for individuals who:
- Frequently Seek English-to-English Definitions
- Tired of Information Overload
Value Simplicity and Efficiency and Desire Effortless Exploration
ℹ️ FAQ:
❓ Is it free to use?
- Yes! The extension utilizes Merriam-Webster's free services.
❓ Any limitations on API key usage?
- The default key offers 20 definitions to allow all users to try out the service, but you can easily get your FREE personal API key with instructions on the options page.
❓ Can I use it to translate to other languages?
- This extension is for defining words and phrases in English. However, you can get a free Spanish-English API key to see the definitions of Spanish words in Spanish.
❓ Can I use this extension to translate sentences?
- No, this extension can only provide word-to-word or phrase definitions and thesaurus entries.
❓ Can I customize the extension?
- Yes, explore various options to tailor your experience in the options menu.
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Lastly, this extension is hastily developed for personal use so don't be shy to give any constructive feedback to improve it.
Support the project: https://buymeacoffee.com/behi
Grateful to:
- https://www.merriam-webster.com
- https://dictionaryapi.com/
Version: v3.0.0
Latest reviews
- (2024-06-16) Nithin Ithikkatt: super
- (2024-03-21) Reg UG: good
- (2024-02-18) Son Nguyen: This extension is so useful for non-native English users and learners.
- (2023-11-23) Bulat Gabidullin: Thanks for the extension! I would like to share some feedback. Sometimes, I am clicking on the magnifying glass icon unintentionally after selecting some text. Could you please consider: - moving the icon/button away from the selection a bit further; - not displaying it if the user does a triple-click, which is supposed to select the whole paragraph. In this case the magnifying glass appears after the first two clicks and gets pressed on the third click, if the user is not careful enough; - maybe using a different, more specific icon, like 'MW' initials or something. This is less critical, more stylistic opinion. Yes, you can get used to the magnifying glass but it feels a bit off at first.
- (2023-10-20) Boyang Liu (jimmy): I can be linked to the website immediately; that's great.
- (2023-09-18) Vinh Phạm Quang: Best dictionary extension I've ever used!
- (2023-09-09) Brad Lan: Very convenient. You need to look a word up in the bar of the plugin to activate its double-click look-up mode in the first time.
- (2023-08-30) Predictor SIX SENSE: WHEN I FIND IT HARD TO FIND THE REAL MEANINGS OF WORDS, THIS APP TOPS ALL OTHERS WITH THE RIGHT IMFORMATION FROM MEANING TO USING A WORD THAT MAKES ME LOOK LIKE I KNOW SOMETHING. THE APP IS A GREAT LEARNING TOOL.
- (2023-08-17) Mark Grobaker: Works well for me. Thank you for making this available! For other users - keep in mind that you will have to sign up for your own API key, as he mentions in the description. This demands a little bit of technical proficiency, but is not too hard
- (2023-08-14) Starry Star: Very useful, thanks to the developer
- (2023-05-23) Jonathan Aplansius: Thanks. Superb great!
- (2023-05-16) Al Matt: Thanks! Working good)
- (2023-05-03) mandé mory bah: insane work.
- (2023-04-22) Quy Phuong Ho: very good
- (2023-04-18) Khalil Mustafa Khan: Fantastic Work
- (2023-03-17) Mohammad Qaribi: a very fast, simple and functional add-on!
- (2023-03-11) prajyot meshram: everyone should have this extension. such an useful extension
- (2023-03-08) Edalice Watley: It wants me to pay
- (2023-03-05) Alex: dictionaryapi.com says "Registrations temporarily disabled.". There are no options to use the extension. :(
- (2023-03-05) Victor R: A very useful extension. I would recommend it to everyone.
- (2023-02-22) Dima Fomenok: Thank you for the extension with an intelligent UX.
- (2023-01-01) redacted: why cant i select, right click search the word? dictionary'com extension allows me to do that
- (2022-12-14) jm wang: It's a great extension. I think it will be more useful if it 1) can look up two dictionary, such as look up Dictionary and Thesaurus. 2) have a navigation when a word's look up result have many sections. Thanks !
- (2022-12-02) Dr. Charles Godwin K: Need improvement, still to extend for better
- (2022-11-19) John Max: Excellent extension, but it needs improved.
- (2022-11-18) Doğa Geniş: The best Merriam Webster Dictionary Extension. Thank you.
- (2022-10-30) Kien Quoc Nguyen: Please update the option where the tab opens immediately on the text selected. It doesn't work! But I love this extension; it's the best of its kind.
- (2022-09-28) david burchakov: Best of the kind
- (2022-09-28) Omar Elsayed: Love it إضافة رائعة
- (2022-09-21) Kad Rug: An excellent extension !
- (2022-08-27) andy ma: Thank you for your extension. Is it possible to add a audio button in the pop window? or the audio can be played automatically? it would help to save a lot of time.
- (2022-08-18) Haseeb Arshad: It should be more improved. 1) Synonyms should be included it's highly needed. 2) The search word window size should be made more better like the one in Microsoft Edge. 3) Voice option icon is so big and it's kinda little irritating it must be made better too. BTW, I really love this dictionary