Wiktionary Connector for AI agents.
2 live capabilities
Get precise word definitions and etymologies for better writing and translation.
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Why people use Wiktionary
Wiktionary for Precise Linguistic Research
With this Connector, your agent does the heavy lifting. You just ask for the meaning, the history, or the part of speech, and the agent brings that data directly into your conversation. You get the right words without the friction of manual searching.
What Vinkius changes
Your agent gets instant access to a massive linguistic database without you having to leave your workspace.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 5,900+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
Checking for archaic terms
A novelist wants to know if a specific word sounds too modern for a historical setting.
- Real-world use case 02
Contextual translation check
A translator needs to see how a phrase is used in a specific language.
- Real-world use case 03
Quick topic overview
A student is confused by a complex term and asks for a summary.
Complete set · 2capabilities
The complete Wiktionary capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Wiktionary.
01—02
2 capabilities in this set.
Part of 2 available through Wiktionary.
- 01 Capability
Get word definition
Get the specific definition and part of speech for any word. This helps you ensure your vocabulary is precise and contextually correct.
- 02 Capability
Get word summary
Get a short summary of a word or general topic. This is perfect for quickly understanding the scope of a term without reading a full entry.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Wiktionary to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Wiktionary 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_hSl1n09Rr9VKmVIZRKwakh8vTlIUzXwhbB2JSTUt/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 Wiktionary, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Wiktionary for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_hSl1n09Rr9VKmVIZRKwakh8vTlIUzXwhbB2JSTUt/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 Wiktionary URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Wiktionary in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"wiktionary": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_hSl1n09Rr9VKmVIZRKwakh8vTlIUzXwhbB2JSTUt/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 Wiktionary
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Wiktionary, help me...". 2 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"wiktionary": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_hSl1n09Rr9VKmVIZRKwakh8vTlIUzXwhbB2JSTUt/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 Wiktionary
Ask Copilot: "Using Wiktionary, help me...". 2 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"wiktionary": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_hSl1n09Rr9VKmVIZRKwakh8vTlIUzXwhbB2JSTUt/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 Wiktionary
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Wiktionary, help me...". 2 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"wiktionary": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_hSl1n09Rr9VKmVIZRKwakh8vTlIUzXwhbB2JSTUt/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 Wiktionary
Ask Cline: "Using Wiktionary, help me...". 2 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add wiktionary --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_hSl1n09Rr9VKmVIZRKwakh8vTlIUzXwhbB2JSTUt/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 Wiktionary
Ask Claude: "Using Wiktionary, show me...". 2 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Wiktionary can move forward.
This is for anyone who needs to be precise with language, from fiction writers hunting for the perfect verb to researchers documenting linguistic history.
Writers & Editors
Checking if a specific word choice fits the tone of a scene or if a term is too archaic.
Language Learners
Building a study list where the agent pulls definitions and parts of speech for new vocabulary.
Translators
Verifying cross-linguistic references and looking for natural usage examples in different languages.
Researchers
Gathering structured linguistic data or etymological roots for academic projects.
Build the capability set
Add more capabilities.
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Corporate Buzzword
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DeepL
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Bring your own AI
Change the model, client or framework. Keep Wiktionary connected.
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Windsurf -
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Cline -
Zed -
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Kiro -
Roo Code -
Zencoder -
Goose -
Void -
Augment Code -
Amp -
Qodo -
Tabnine -
Pieces -
Sourcegraph Cody -
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AnythingLLM -
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TypingMind -
Chorus -
5ire -
n8n -
LangChain -
LlamaIndex -
CrewAI -
Vercel AI SDK
Before you connect
Questions about Wiktionary.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Does the Wiktionary MCP provide word origins and history?
Yes, it pulls etymological data so you can see the historical roots and linguistic history of words directly through your agent.
Can I use Wiktionary MCP for translation help?
It is great for translation because it provides real-world usage examples and definitions across multiple languages.
Does Wiktionary MCP support multiple languages?
Yes, it allows your agent to access linguistic data and definitions for various languages supported by the platform.
How does Wiktionary MCP help writers specifically?
It helps writers find the perfect word for a specific context by providing precise definitions and parts of speech without leaving their editor.
Can Wiktionary MCP summarize complex topics?
Yes, it can provide concise summaries for words that also function as general encyclopedic topics or subjects.
Is Wiktionary MCP good for academic research?
It is excellent for researchers who need structured linguistic data, definitions, and etymologies for academic projects.
Can I get the definition of an obscure word like 'synecdoche'?
Yes! Use the get_word_definition capability with the word 'synecdoche'. It will return the definitions, examples, and the part of speech from Wiktionary.
How do I see the part of speech for a word?
The get_word_definition capability automatically identifies if a word is a noun, verb, adjective, etc., and provides definitions for each relevant part of speech.
Does it provide a summary for general topics?
Yes. Use the get_word_summary capability to retrieve a concise description of a word that also functions as an encyclopedic topic, suitable for quick overviews.
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