Dictionary Server

What is Dictionary Server?

Dictionary Server is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that retrieves word meanings, pronunciations, definitions, and example sentences from the Cambridge Dictionary. It is designed for AI assistants like Claude and developers who need dictionary lookup capabilities.

How to use Dictionary Server?

Add the following configuration to your MCP client (e.g., Claude desktop or CLI): "mcp-server-cambridge-dict": { "command": "npx", "args": ["-y", "mcp-server-dictionary"], "disabled": false }. Then use the lookup_word tool with a word parameter to query a word.

Key features of Dictionary Server

• Seamless integration with Claude and other AI assistants via MCP.
• Robust dictionary query tool for word lookups.
• Retrieves pronunciation, definition, and example sentences.
• Returns structured JSON responses as per MCP specification.

Use cases of Dictionary Server

• Look up the meaning and pronunciation of an English word.
• Get example sentences to understand word usage in context.
• Integrate real-time dictionary queries into AI-powered writing or learning tools.

FAQ from Dictionary Server

What data source does Dictionary Server use?

It retrieves word meanings from the Cambridge Dictionary.

What tools does Dictionary Server provide?

It provides the lookup_word tool, which accepts a word string parameter and returns pronunciation, definition, and example sentences.

How do I integrate Dictionary Server with my MCP client?

Add the JSON configuration block with command npx -y mcp-server-dictionary to your MCP client settings.

What happens if a word is not found or an error occurs?

The server returns a response with isError: true and an error message in the text field.

Does Dictionary Server require any API keys or authentication?

The README does not mention any authentication or API key requirements.