dictionnaire en ligne

/dik.sjɔ.nɛʁ ɑ̃ liɲ/
nounIntermediate
formal

An online dictionary, a digital reference tool accessible via the internet that provides definitions, translations, and other linguistic information.

J'ai utilisé un dictionnaire en ligne pour traduire ce texte.

I used an online dictionary to translate this text.

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The term is widely used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in educational and professional settings.

Collocations

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Synonyms

Related Phrases

traduction en lignephrase
online translation
recherche en lignephrase
online search

💡Pro Tip

Usage Tip

Use 'dictionnaire en ligne' when referring to digital dictionaries, but avoid it for physical or printed dictionaries.

Gold Rule

Accuracy

Always verify definitions from multiple sources to ensure accuracy, as online dictionaries may vary in reliability.

📖Word Origin

Derived from 'dictionnaire' (dictionary) and 'en ligne' (online), reflecting the digital transformation of traditional reference tools.

📝Usage Notes

While 'dictionnaire en ligne' is the most common term, 'dictionnaire numérique' is also used, though less frequently.

Word Breakdown

dictionnaire
dictionary
root
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en ligne
online
phrase
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