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Internet Explorer Reference Search Add-On
Add Merriam-Webster's Dictionary, Thesaurus, Medical Dictionary, & Concise Encyclopedia to Internet Explorer and look up words instantly!
Select a Reference
Reference Search Add-On Instructions
- Using the "Select a Reference" list above, click the reference that you would like to add.
- The "Add Search Provider" popup window will appear. Select "Add" (the popup window will close).
- To begin searching, move your cursor to the browser's address bar.
- Select the down arrow next to the magnifying glass icon to display other search options. You will notice the Merriam-Webster icon has been added to the search options (see below).
- Left-click the Merriam-Webster icon to select it. You may now use the address bar to search the reference.
Merriam-Webster On the Desktop
Quick access to Merriam-Webster's resources directly from your desktop via Internet Explorer!
Add-to-Desktop Instructions
- Open Internet Explorer and visit the Merriam-Webster website you wish to add to your desktop.
- Move your cursor to the Internet Explorer address bar.
- Left-click and hold your cursor over the Internet Explorer icon (see below) and drag it to your desktop.
- An icon will appear on your desktop labeled with the Merriam-Webster website name. You may now double-click this icon to access Merriam-Webster directly.
Internet Explorer 8 Define Accelerator
Look up words on Merriam-Webster using the IE8 right-click menu.
Merriam-Webster Define Accelerator Install Instructions