Free Dictionary Word Definitions Scraper
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Free Dictionary Word Definitions Scraper
Look up word definitions using the Free Dictionary API. Each word returns the language, phonetic spelling, parts of speech, first definition and example, total definition count, an audio link, and a source link. Useful for building glossaries, language tools, and study aids.
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π Free Dictionary Word Definitions Scraper
π Bulk word lookups in one run. Definitions, phonetics, audio pronunciations, parts of speech, synonyms, and antonyms for any list of words.
Powered by the open Free Dictionary API (dictionaryapi.dev). No key, no login.
π What it does
- Looks up a list of words and returns one record per dictionary entry.
- Captures phonetic spelling and an audio pronunciation URL when available.
- Flattens all definitions with their part of speech and example sentences.
- Collects synonyms and antonyms across every meaning.
- Supports multiple languages (English is the most complete).
βοΈ Input
| Field | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
words | array | Words to look up. |
language | select | Dictionary language (default English). |
maxItems | integer | How many records to return. Free plan is capped at 10. |
{"maxItems": 10,"language": "en","words": ["serendipity", "ephemeral", "run"]}
π Output
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
word / language | The word and its language |
phonetic / audioUrl | Phonetic spelling and pronunciation audio |
partsOfSpeech | Deduplicated parts of speech |
firstDefinition / firstExample | Quick-look definition and example |
definitionCount / definitions | Full flattened definition list |
synonyms / antonyms | Related words |
origin / sourceUrl / license | Etymology and attribution |
scrapedAt | When the record was collected |
error | Null on success |
β FAQ
Do I need an API key? No. The Free Dictionary API is public and open source.
What happens if a word is not found? You get a row with error: "Word not found"; the run continues.
β οΈ Disclaimer: Independent tool. Data provided by the open Free Dictionary API under its listed licenses.