Search in Merriam-Webster

Look up any selected text in Merriam-Webster Dictionary & Thesaurus with this versatile and easy-to-use add-on in a pop-up window. No permissions required.
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The "Search in Merriam-Webster" Chrome extension provides an easy, versatile way to look up definitions and thesaurus entries directly from any webpage. Simply select any text and get instant results in a pop-up window without leaving your current tab. This extension requires no special permissions, ensuring a secure and straightforward user experience.

For an even better visual experience, users may benefit from installing the uBlock Origin ad blocker alongside this extension. Enhance your browsing and vocabulary building with this simple and efficient tool.

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By:
cubone
Daily users:
157 -1
Rating:
4.20
(5)
Version:
1.1 Last updated: 2024-03-10
Version code:
5703807
Creation date:
2021-08-07
Risk:
Very low risk impact Low risk likelihood
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • contextMenus
Size:
36.18KB
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Firefox Browser Add-ons
Updated:
13 hours ago

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Search in Merriam-Webster does not require any sensitive permissions.

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    Search in Merriam-Webster has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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