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YourDictionary is a free online English dictionary and much more. The free dictionary search gives you definitions, thesaurus entries, spelling, pronunciation, and etymology results for your word. Alternatively, you can browse the dictionary alphabetically or by related terms to find meanings and synonyms. In addition, YourDictionary provides resources to help you find the best dictionary and translation sites for French, Spanish, Italian, German and hundreds of other languages.

Need a specialized dictionary, thesaurus or glossary? YourDictionary can help you find the best customized resources including medical and pharmaceutical dictionaries, computer and science glossaries and a wide collection of industry specific terms. These extensive references are useful for students trying to further their education and learn the vocabulary of a field of study as well as for seasoned professionals.

YourDictionary has licensed the Webster's New World College Dictionary for your free dictionary search.

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YourDictionary is pleased to bring you several new features -- all requested by our users.
  • New audio pronunciation system: Select "hear it" from any definition page.
  • Wild card search: If you do not know the exact spelling of your word, you can use "wild cards" in your search. Use ? to replace a single letter in your word or * to replace more than one letter when you search. For example: penguin, peng*n or peng?in. this allows you to use it as a crossword dictionary or to assist you with other word games and puzzles!

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