Read with theDictionary You Deserve
113,376 rich literary definitions from 1913.
Completely offline. Zero tracking.
Everything You Need
A privacy-first dictionary extension built for readers, writers, and language enthusiasts.
Instant Lookups
Select any word on any webpage. Definition appears in under 100ms. No clicking, no typing, no interruptions.
Zero Tracking
No data collection. No analytics. No external servers. Your word lookups are completely private.
100% Offline
Entire dictionary bundled with extension. Works on airplanes, in remote locations, anywhere.
Literary Richness
The 1913 edition offers comprehensive explanations with historical context, not clinical definitions.
Multiple Search Options
Text selection popup, right-click menu, or manual search. Choose what works for you.
98,828 Unique Words
Comprehensive coverage including archaic terms lost in modern dictionaries. Perfect for classic literature.
Simple. Instant. Private.
Three steps to transform your reading experience
Install the Extension
One click from the Chrome Web Store. No account, no configuration, ready in 5 seconds.
Select Any Word
Highlight text on any webpage. The definition popup appears instantly where you're reading.
Read & Learn
Enjoy rich, literary definitions with etymology and examples. Close with ESC or click away.
Built For You
Whether you're reading, writing, or learning—this is your dictionary.
Classic Literature Readers
Reading Shakespeare, Dickens, Austen, or Melville? Get period-appropriate definitions that capture historical meanings modern dictionaries miss.
Creative Writers
Find precise, evocative word choices with comprehensive explanations. Rich definitions inspire better writing.
Students & Researchers
Academic work on 18th-19th century texts? Access comprehensive definitions with literary quotations and usage examples.
Privacy-Conscious Users
Tired of tools that track you? This extension collects zero data, works completely offline, and never phones home.
Privacy First. Always.
We literally cannot see what you do with this extension because we collect nothing.
Why the 1913 Edition?
Not just nostalgia—this dictionary is objectively better for deep reading.
"beautiful: pleasing to look at"
Brief. Clinical. Functional.
"Having the qualities which constitute beauty; pleasing to the sight or the mind. A circle is more beautiful than a square; a square is more beautiful than a trapezium."
Rich. Literary. Educational.
Additional Benefits
Elevate Your Reading Experience
Join readers, writers, and learners who demand more from their dictionary.
Dictionary content based on the 1913 unabridged American dictionary (public domain).
JSON conversion licensed under MIT from ssvivian/WebstersDictionary