DictionaryAPI.dev Connector for AI agents.
1 live capability
Get accurate English word definitions and phonetic data for your writing projects.
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Why people use DictionaryAPI.dev
DictionaryAPI.dev for Accurate English Vocabulary Fact-Checking
With DictionaryAPI.dev, you just stay in your editor. Your agent pulls the definitions and usage examples directly into your chat, keeping you in the flow.
What Vinkius changes
You get instant access to accurate linguistic data without needing to manually search multiple websites.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
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- Real-world use case 01
Checking word vibes for fiction
A writer wants to know if 'ephemeral' is the right word for a short story.
- Real-world use case 02
Practicing new pronunciations
A student is learning English and wants to know how to say 'phenomenon.
- Real-world use case 03
Building a synonym finder app
A developer uses the Connector to pull structured lists of related terms into their app's backend for a vocabulary builder.
Complete set · 1capability
The complete DictionaryAPI.dev capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with DictionaryAPI.dev.
01
1 capability in this set.
Part of 1 available through DictionaryAPI.dev.
- 01 Capability
Get word definition
Fetches definitions, phonetics, and origins for an English word. Use this to quickly verify a word's meaning or find its history.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask DictionaryAPI.dev to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use DictionaryAPI.dev from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_C0sySHVlTp55NNJvF9tjMqPrNqJyGhOSOxzqRUYV/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it DictionaryAPI.dev, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable DictionaryAPI.dev for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_C0sySHVlTp55NNJvF9tjMqPrNqJyGhOSOxzqRUYV/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the DictionaryAPI.dev URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable DictionaryAPI.dev in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"dictionaryapidev": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_C0sySHVlTp55NNJvF9tjMqPrNqJyGhOSOxzqRUYV/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using DictionaryAPI.dev
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using DictionaryAPI.dev, help me...". 1 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"dictionaryapidev": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_C0sySHVlTp55NNJvF9tjMqPrNqJyGhOSOxzqRUYV/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using DictionaryAPI.dev
Ask Copilot: "Using DictionaryAPI.dev, help me...". 1 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"dictionaryapidev": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_C0sySHVlTp55NNJvF9tjMqPrNqJyGhOSOxzqRUYV/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using DictionaryAPI.dev
Open Cascade and ask: "Using DictionaryAPI.dev, help me...". 1 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"dictionaryapidev": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_C0sySHVlTp55NNJvF9tjMqPrNqJyGhOSOxzqRUYV/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using DictionaryAPI.dev
Ask Cline: "Using DictionaryAPI.dev, help me...". 1 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add dictionaryapidev --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_C0sySHVlTp55NNJvF9tjMqPrNqJyGhOSOxzqRUYV/mcp"- Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using DictionaryAPI.dev
Ask Claude: "Using DictionaryAPI.dev, show me...". 1 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work DictionaryAPI.dev can move forward.
This is for writers who need to be precise, language learners trying to master nuances, and developers who need accurate word data for content capabilities.
Content Editor
Fact-checks definitions and finds better synonyms while reviewing drafts in Cursor.
Language Learner
Practices pronunciation and gets context for new vocabulary while reading.
App Developer
Pulls linguistic data into prompts to build better content generation features.
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Before you connect
Questions about DictionaryAPI.dev.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can DictionaryAPI.dev help me find better words for my writing?
Yes, it provides synonyms and antonyms to help you expand your vocabulary and find the perfect word for your context.
Does DictionaryAPI.dev provide pronunciation help?
It gives you the IPA transcription and audio links so you can hear how a word is correctly spoken.
Can I use DictionaryAPI.dev to check word meanings in my code?
Yes, you can have your agent pull definitions into your project to help with data labeling or content generation.
Is DictionaryAPI.dev good for language learners?
It's great for learners because it provides real-world usage examples and etymology to help you understand nuance.
Does DictionaryAPI.dev work with my current AI client?
It works with any MCP-compatible client like Claude or Cursor, making it easy to add to your existing setup.
How does DictionaryAPI.dev handle words with multiple meanings?
It retrieves all available definitions, so your agent can ask you which specific context you're looking for.
Does this server support languages other than English?
Currently, the get_word_definition capability is optimized for the English language as provided by the DictionaryAPI.dev source.
Can I retrieve synonyms and antonyms for a word?
Yes. When the API has related terms available, the get_word_definition capability will include them in the response alongside the definitions.
Is there a limit to how many words I can look up?
The server uses the public DictionaryAPI.dev service. While it is free and open, it is intended for fair use. The get_word_definition capability handles standard lookup requests efficiently.
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