Merriam-Webster Dictionary API
Words & Wiki · Content
Merriam-Webster Dictionary API provides licensed access to the content of America's most trusted dictionary, published continuously since 1828. As the definitive reference for American English, Merriam-Webster's content is used in education, publishing, legal documents, and professional writing contexts across the United States and internationally.
Merriam-Webster Dictionary API Highlights
Merriam-Webster Dictionary API is verified for developer integrations in Nigeria and across African markets, providing documented endpoints, sandbox testing, and developer support.
Nigeria
Ghana
Kenya
AWSMerriam-Webster Dictionary API is best for:
Educational apps and writing tools needing authoritative American English dictionary definitions
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API Pricing Model
- Free for non-commercial use (1,000 calls/day)
- paid plans for commercial applications
Merriam-Webster Dictionary API Core Features & Capabilities
Required Access Documents for Merriam-Webster Dictionary API
- Merriam-Webster Developer AccountRequiredRegister at dictionaryapi.com to get API key for dictionary access
Different Merriam-Webster Dictionary API use cases
- Nigerian EdTech vocabulary app:Integrate authoritative definitions into a Nigerian English vocabulary learning platform
- Writing assistant:Add dictionary lookups to a Nigerian writing tool helping users find precise word meanings
- Spelling and grammar tool:Verify word existence and correct spelling in Nigerian document editing applications