Online Dictionaries
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Thinkmap Visual Thesaurus
The Visual Thesaurus is an ideal teaching resource for children of all ages, with a visually captivating display that engages students in learning new words and concepts. To… learn more
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The Dictionary.com
Dictionary.com strives to enable and inspire connection, communication, learning, creativity, and expression in a world powered by words. Language is constantly evolving, and the editorial offerings from Dictionary.com… learn more
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Glossary of Education Reform
Created by the Great Schools Partnership, the Glossary of Education Reform is a comprehensive online resource that describes widely used school-improvement terms, concepts, and strategies for journalists, parents,… learn more
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Glossary of Shakespeare's Words
Understanding 16th century English can be a challenge for students. This site lists thousands of words, from abjure to wot, provides their definition, and shows where each word… learn more
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Space Terms Glossary A-Z
If you ever wonder the meaning of an astronomical word, check out this site to find the definition of the space term, from Absolute Magnitude to Zodiacal Light… learn more
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WILD Wordsmyth: Picture Dictionary
The Wordsmyth Illustrated Learner’s Dictionary (WILD) is Wordsmyth’s most exciting, colorful, and interactive dictionary. WILD is geared toward children in Grades K to 2 as well as to young English Language… learn more
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Lexipedia
Lexipedia is an online visual semantic network with a dictionary and thesaurus. Lexipedia presents words with their semantic relationships displayed in an animated visual word web. learn more
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Wordnik
Wordnik is the world's biggest online English dictionary, by number of words. Wordnik shows definitions from multiple sources, so you can see as many different takes on a… learn more
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Computer Terms Glossary
Computer hope has compiled 12,000 computer and technical terms and definitions, broken out by areas like Cell Phones and Gaming. Learn the different between WiFi and Widget or… learn more
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Math Dictionary for Kids
A Maths Dictionary for Kids is an online math dictionary for students which explains over 955 common mathematical terms and math words in simple language with definitions, detailed visual examples,… learn more
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yourDictionary
YourDictionary is more than a standard on-line dictionary. It provides lots of tools and resources to help students choose their words precisely, avoid usage pitfalls, and gain confidence… learn more
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Britannica Kids Dictionary
OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE A SAFE ENVIRONMENT WITH TRUSTED CONTENT THAT FOSTERS LEARNING AND GROWTH FOR YOUR WHOLE FAMILY. Britannica has designed a safe and trusted site… learn more
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Wordsmyth Word Explorer Children's Dictionary
For kid-friendly definitions and example sentences for older children, try Wordsmyth's Word Explorer Children's Dictionary, containing over 14,000 entries, each with human-voiced audio pronunciations. The dictionary also includes… learn more
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WILD Wordsmyth
WILD facilitates teaching foundational digital-literacy skills for K-2 students while capturing their interest and imagination. It is built for educators to teach these skills both through modeling and… learn more
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Britannica Dictionary
Part of the Britannica products but also includes "Word of the Day", quizzes, and core vocabulary. learn more
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Fact Monster Dictionary
From the solar system to the world economy to educational games, Fact Monster has the info kids are seeking. Our site is COPPA and kidSAFE-certified, so you can… learn more
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Mathwords
Mathwords: Terms and Formulas from Beginning Algebra to Calculus. An interactive math dictionary with enough math words, math terms, math formulas, pictures, diagrams, tables, and examples to satisfy… learn more
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DNS: Why It's Important and How It Works
You think of this web site as k12irc.org. Your computer or phone thinks of it as 165.140.71.129. How a web site name is converted to an Internet address… learn more
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Wonderville: STEM Definitions
Resources on Wonderville are researched and focus tested in classrooms to ensure maximum student and teacher benefit. Incorporating 21st century educational technology, Wonderville hosts an array of award… learn more
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Internet Picture Dictionary
Free dictionary designed to help kids learn new words. It’s particularly helpful for kids learning English as a second language. learn more
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Visual Dictionary
This well-illustrated visual dictionary has five categories of illustrations: biology vegetal, biology animal, human body, music, transport, and clothing. Visual Dictionary, to learn by way of image with… learn more
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STEM Sports Glossary
Since its inception in 2016, STEM Sports® has grown considerably, with its curriculum being implemented in schools, after-school programs, and camps across the United States. Our growth can… learn more
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ChatGPT glossary
If you’re interested in learning more about ChatGPT and associated terms you will hear in everyday conversation or when reading articles online. This comprehensive ChatGPT glossary will provide… learn more
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Holocaust Glossary
Terms related to the Holocaust, including the pronunciation of many foreign words. learn more
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Chemistry Dictionary
Chemistry is a branch of science that explores compounds and chemical elements, and how they work together. It is the study of the materials that make up our… learn more
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WordHippo: Thesaurus and Word Tools
Thesaurus and word tools for your creative needs WordHippo is an online website and application providing a range of tools related to the use of words for creative… learn more
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An Extensive Glossary of Math Terms for Students
In today’s world, mathematics plays a crucial role in various fields in our daily life. For students, having a solid foundation in mathematics is essential for their academic… learn more
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Best Dictionary Websites for Students
Language learning has never been as easier as it is right now. The Internet is teeming with all kinds of resources from online tutoring services to mobile apps… learn more
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Kid Thesaurus
Kid Thesaurus is a kid-friendly thesaurus that allows students to find synonyms easily. If you’ve used another online thesaurus then you have realized how difficult they can be… learn more
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Web Wise Kids Glossary
The Web Wise Kids mission is to teach kids, parents and the community the value of making safe and wise choices in a technologically evolving world. We do… learn more
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Vocabulary.com
The goal is to close the word gap so that students can achieve at higher levels. When learners are equipped with the building blocks of language, they have… learn more
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Best Vocabulary Websites for Students
Learning new vocabulary is now easier than any time before and this is all thanks to the Internet. With a single click, users can access a wide variety… learn more
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Abbreviations
Abbreviations.com is a large and comprehensive directory and search engine for acronyms, abbreviations and initialisms on the Internet. Abbreviations.com holds hundreds of thousands of entries organized by a… learn more
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Cambridge Dictionary
Cambridge Dictionary also provides a Learner's Dictionary, grammar, grammar quizzes, thesaurus, pronunciation, translation dictionaries, and challenging word games. learn more
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One Stop for Writers
This storehouse of creative information is the inspiration behind One Stop For Writers®. Like a library, One Stop houses a vast collection of reference materials that are intended… learn more
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The 7ESL Picture Dictionary
Welcome to 7ESL's Picture Dictionary, an engaging and interactive tool that helps to expand your vocabulary and deepen your understanding of language through the use of images. This… learn more
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Cells Alive Glossary
The CELLS alive! website was provided free of charge. This version is provided free of charge as well. You are welcome to share it freely with others with the… learn more
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Bio-dictionary
The Bio-Dictionary helps you to understand common terms in biology. Definitions come in the form of a figure with accompanying text, a short video, or both. learn more
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Collins Online Dictionary
Collins is a major publisher of Educational, Language and Geographic content. Collins online dictionary and reference resources draw on the wealth of reliable and authoritative information about language.… learn more
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The Free Dictionary
The Free Dictionary combines a dictionary, thesaurus, medical dictionary, legal dictionary, financial dictionary, acronyms, idioms, and an encyclopedia into a single online reference. Check out the hangman's game… learn more