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DictionaryAPI.dev

DictionaryAPI.dev MCP Connector for Claude

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Access comprehensive English word definitions, phonetics, and usage examples directly through your AI agent.

1 tools Official Updated Jun 28, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner
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Integrate the Free Dictionary API into your AI workflows to provide instant, accurate linguistic data. This server allows any MCP-compatible agent to look up English words, retrieve multiple definitions, explore etymology, and hear phonetic pronunciations.

What you can do

  • Word Definitions — Get clear, structured meanings for any English word across various parts of speech.
  • Phonetics — Access IPA transcriptions and audio links to understand correct pronunciation.
  • Usage Examples — See how words are used in real-world sentences to better understand context and nuance.
  • Synonyms & Antonyms — Expand your vocabulary with related terms provided directly in the API response.

How it works

  1. Subscribe to this server
  2. No API key or complex configuration is required
  3. Start querying definitions from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client

Who is this for?

  • Writers & Editors — instantly verify definitions and find synonyms without leaving your drafting environment.
  • Language Learners — get immediate context and phonetic help while reading or writing in English.
  • Developers — integrate linguistic data into your prompts for better content generation or data labeling.
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1 tools expose this connector's capabilities to your AI agent.

get_word_definition

Get definitions, phonetics, and origins for an English word

See how to talk to your AI agent using DictionaryAPI.dev.

Get the definition and phonetics for the word 'ephemeral'.

I've looked up 'ephemeral'. It is an adjective meaning 'lasting for a very short time'. The phonetic pronunciation is /əˈfɛmərəl/. Would you like to see some usage examples?

What are the different meanings of the word 'bark'?

The word 'bark' has multiple meanings: 1. The sharp explosive cry of a dog. 2. The tough protective outer sheath of the trunk and branches of a tree. 3. To utter a command abruptly. Which context are you interested in?

Find synonyms for the word 'innovative' using the dictionary.

For 'innovative', the dictionary suggests synonyms such as: 'original', 'groundbreaking', 'pioneering', and 'state-of-the-art'.

Currently, the `get_word_definition` tool is optimized for the English language as provided by the DictionaryAPI.dev source.

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