Dictionary Anywhere
View definitions easily as you browse the web. Double-click any word to view its definition in a small pop-up bubble. It also supports Spanish, German, French language alongside English. Enjoy Reading Uninterrupted!!!.
What is Dictionary Anywhere?
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Summary
Dictionary Anywhere extension helps you stay focused on what you are reading by eliminating the need to search for meaning, Double-clicking any word will view its definition in a small pop-up bubble. Now you never have to leave what you are reading to search meaning for the words you don't know.
It also supports Spanish, German, French language alongside English.
To change the language:
- Navigate to Add-ons page,
- Choose Extensions in sidebar,
- Choose Dictionary Anywhere,
- Click on options (preferences on mac),
- Select the language you want, and save.
Enjoy Reading Uninterrupted!!!
You can report bugs and feature request on Github.
Note:
- If you are using Firefox version 62 and below, Please Enable dom.webcomponents.shadowdom.enabled in about:config.
- Extension does not work in reader mode because content scripts are not allowed to operate in reader mode. More details can be found at https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1371786
- Extension does not work in pdf because content scripts are not allowed to operate in pdf. More details can be found at https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1454760
User reviews
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Pros
- works great
- excellent
Cons
- not large dictionary
- stopped working on VPN
Most mentioned
- stopped working
- not large dictionary
- stopped working on VPN
- wish for more options
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Safety
Risk impact
Dictionary Anywhere is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Dictionary Anywhere if you trust the publisher.
Risk likelihood
Dictionary Anywhere has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.