Note: If you add another Dictionary source, wait for it to download completely before searching for a word or phrase. For information about adding sources, see “Customize Dictionary sources” below. While reading the definition, you’ll see links (blue text) to related words. In addition, you can hold the pointer over any word or phrase and click to look up its definition.
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Microsoft Word 2019 for Mac Open License Word has always been top document software since it was first created. And even though it has gone through some serious upgrades for the 2019 version, it is still very simple to use.
When you look up a word in a definition, a SnapBack button appears in the search field. Click it to return to your starting definition. You can also swipe left or right on your trackpad or click the previous or next button in the toolbar of the Dictionary window to move between definitions you viewed. If you’re an administrator of a Mac, you can control other users’ access to inappropriate words in Dictionary. Just on the Mac, then select the “Restrict explicit language in Dictionary” checkbox in the Other pane of Parental Controls preferences. Once set, only an administrator can remove parental controls.
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If you search for a word and Dictionary can’t find any results, the word may not be in the sources selected in Dictionary preferences, or parental controls may be set. If possible, Dictionary suggests alternative words. You can also use Spotlight to get a quick definition.
Click the magnifying glass icon in the upper-right corner of the screen, then type a word or phrase.