Dictionary Server

Name: Dictionary Server
Author: meowrain

@meowrain

Repository

About Dictionary Server

一个可以使用cambridge dictionary查询单词的mcp服务器

#dictionary #mcp #api

Basic information

Config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "dictionary-server": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "mcp-server-dictionary"
      ],
      "disabled": false
    }
  }
}

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Overview

What is Dictionary Server?

Dictionary Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that retrieves word meanings, pronunciation, definitions, and example sentences from the Cambridge Dictionary. It is designed for developers building AI assistants (like Claude) or any MCP‑compatible tool that needs dictionary lookup capabilities.

How to use Dictionary Server?

Integrate the server by adding the following configuration to your MCP settings:

"mcp-server-cambridge-dict": {
  "command": "npx",
  "args": ["-y", "mcp-server-dictionary"],
  "disabled": false
}

After configuration, run the server with npm run start:mcp. You can also test it using the MCP Inspector via npm run inspector.

Key features of Dictionary Server

Seamless integration with Claude and other AI assistants via MCP.
Robust lookup_word tool for querying words.
Retrieves meaning, pronunciation, and example sentences from Cambridge Dictionary.
Returns structured JSON responses adhering to MCP specification.
Error responses include isError: true for transparent handling.

Use cases of Dictionary Server

Look up word definitions on‑the‑fly within an AI assistant conversation.
Build dictionary functionality into MCP‑based chat tools or agents.
Automate vocabulary research by querying pronunciation and usage examples.

FAQ from Dictionary Server

What data does Dictionary Server fetch?

It fetches word meaning, pronunciation, definition, and example sentences from the Cambridge Dictionary.

How do I integrate Dictionary Server with my application?

Add the provided npx command configuration to your MCP client’s settings (e.g., mcp-servers-config.json). Then the lookup_word tool will be available.