FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I access definitions when I'm not connected to the internet?
- How many terms are defined in the dictionary?
- How many definitions are included in the dictionary?
- When you say the language is English, is it US or UK English? In other words, will I see "color" or "colour"?
- Are there any offensive or vulgar words in the dictionary.
- Where do the definitions come from?
Can I access definitions when I'm not connected to the internet?
No. This is the Online Edition. If you require a standalone dictionary, get Crossword Dictionary.
How many terms are defined in the dictionary?
Over 83000 terms are defined in the dictionary.
How many definitions are included in the dictionary?
There are over 87000 WordNet definitions and 25000 thesaurus entries.
When you say the language is English, is it US or UK English? In other words, will I see "color" or "colour"?
The dictionary contains most regionalized variants of each word. For example, you will find both color and colour, flavor and flavour, tire and tyre.
Are there any offensive or vulgar words in the dictionary.
The dictionary is complete and uncensored. It does contain words that some people might find vulgar and offensive. Since two people may have very distinct notions of what is offensive and what is acceptable, it has been decided that no words would be removed from the dictionary.