Context Wiktionary
Select word, right click: look up definition/translate on Wiktionary Dictionary.
A simple WebExtension that provides a context menu entry to look up selected word on the English Wiktionary.
Opens results in a new tab next to the current one.
Context Wiktionary: Easy Definition Lookup Firefox Add-on
"Context Wiktionary" is a Firefox add-on that offers a convenient way to look up word definitions or translations on the English Wiktionary. By selecting a word and right-clicking, users can immediately access its definition in a new tab, enriching their web browsing experience and making information readily available without leaving their current page.
Add-on stats
Manifest V2
Rating: 4.25 
(12)
Weekly download count: 9
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
- contextMenus
Size: 10.35K
Full description: See detailed description
Ranking
Other platforms
Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate,
spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Works perfectly and saves a lot of time
- Very handy and useful for quick searches
- Extension is effective for looking up definitions
Cons
- Opens Wiktionary in the same tab without the option to go back easily
- Creates multiple Wiktionary tabs instead of reusing the same tab
- Does not support multiple languages
- Not considered a reliable dictionary source
Most mentioned
- Issues with tab opening behavior (new tab vs. current tab)
- Preference for results in a popup window instead of a new tab
- Desire for language switching capabilities
User reviews
It works, but not the best option for a search if you have many extensions in your context menu. Using the "Add custom search engine" extension makes searches faster for keyboard users to type something like "@wikt example" in the search bar.
by Michael Washboard, 2025-03-06
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by GanJingWorld, 2022-12-24
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Context Wiktionary does not require any sensitive permissions.
Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood
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Risk likelihood analysis details
- High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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