Definer - Popup Dictionary & Translator
Definer - Popup Dictionary & Translator Add-on
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- identity
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Add-on summary
Double-click a word or highlight text while holding the "Ctrl" key (or another hotkey you set) to bring up a pop-up bubble with translations, definitions, images, search engine results, and more. You can quickly switch between data sources and languages, and look up words on any webpage, including PDFs.
This browser dictionary app covers a wide range of use-cases, from language learning, sentence mining, and vocabulary building to academic research and casual browsing.
⭐ Key Features
- Multiple built-in data sources with the option to add custom sources.
- Results in multiple languages, allowing you to switch between them on the fly.
- Pronunciation recordings and IPA transcriptions, with the "autoplay" feature for audio.
- Shortcuts and hotkeys for different pop-up activation triggers.
- Settings sync and backup with support for multiple settings profiles.
- Blacklist and whitelist to control what websites and pages the pop-up bubble can appear on.
- PDF support through an integrated PDF Reader.
- Resizable on-page pop-up bubble.
- Alternative lookup method by typing the query instead of selecting it on a page.
- Dark mode support.
User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
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spammy, or outdated.- Supports a wide range of words and offers numerous options
- Excellent user interface and customization
- Saves time and effort by providing quick definitions
- Combines multiple functionalities into one add-on
- Works effectively for languages such as German
- Lacks official supervision or review from the Firefox team
- Not open source, raising potential security concerns
- Limited to one custom dictionary source
- Absence of a word-saving feature for personal vocabulary
- Desire for multiple custom dictionary sources
- Request for a 'SAVE WORD' feature
- Need for better visibility and recognition in the Mozilla community
- Issues with not being open source and lacking Firefox recommendation status
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Add-on safety
Risk impact
Definer - Popup Dictionary & Translator requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
Definer - Popup Dictionary & Translator is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.