Wiki-Definition

Instant Wikipedia definitions for Chrome.This extension will show definition of word or multiple word phrase with instant balloon…

Wiki-Definition: Instant Wikipedia definitions for Chrome

Wiki-Definition is a Chrome extension that provides instant definitions from Wikipedia. With a simple click, you can toggle the extension and select any word or phrase for quick definition. Hover over the text to view the definition in a balloon popup. Click on the (more) link to access the relevant Wikipedia page. Enhance your browsing experience with Wiki-Definition!
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Extension stats

By: webpromod
Users: 38
-2
Rating: 3.00
(2)
Version: 0.1 (Last updated: 2019-09-01)
Creation date: 2019-08-27
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/w/api.php/
  • storage
Size: 73.26K

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Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
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Extension summary

Instant Wikipedia definitions for Chrome.This extension will show definition of word or multiple word phrase with instant balloon popup.

How to use

  1. Clicking on the Wikipedia globe icon will toggle between activating and deactivating the extension. (If red marker on the globe, the extension is deactivated; click on it to activate.)
  2. You can select word or phrase to get definition.
  3. Then, hover over selected text to get the definition.
  4. If the definition is not updated keep hover over the selected text.
  5. Clicking on (...more) yellow text on balloon popup will lead to relevant Wikipedia page.

Happy browsing!!😎😎

User reviews

No longer seems to work?
by Oren Harroche, 2024-06-13

Wow cool great extension...
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Wiki-Definition requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Wiki-Definition has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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