CNET Editors' review
Like a handful of assorted Jelly Bellys, Magic Jellybean Dictionary mixes sweet experiences with sour ones. It's not a dictionary itself; instead, it connects to an online server that contains several popular and not-so-popular public-domain information sources, including Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (probably the 1913 version), the CIA World FactBook, and Easton's 1897 Bible Dictionary. It offers a simple, easy-to-use interface. However, the program has several weak points. You can't resize the program window, which can be a problem for words that return a long entry. The typeface is small and unadjustable, so people with bad eyesight might have problems using the program. Also, you can search only one database at a time, and you need an Internet connection to access the server. On the upside, the program installs and uninstalls quickly and launches in a flash. Amateur etymologists may find the program handier than a bulky dictionary, albeit less authoritative and up-to-date.
Publisher's Description
From Magical Jelly Bean Software:
Magical Jellybean Dictionary, formerly known as Dict, is a freeware dictionary client that retrieves definitions from a database on a dictionary server. It can print definitions, copy them to your clipboard, and save them to text files. It also supports command-line queries. Version 1.1 lets you connect to any server by editing the INI file.
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4.7 starsout of 71 votes
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4.7 starsout of 71 votes
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"Handy little dictionary"
Version: Magical Jellybean Dictionary 1.1
Pros
Gives definitions from a large variety of dictionaries. Takes very little disk space.
Cons
Does not work with Windows 7. What a pity. No Magic there!
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"Good collections of dictionaries and easy to use"
Version: Magical Jellybean Dictionary 1.1
Pros
How can i maximise my Magical Jellybean dictionary windows screen. Is this possible to maximise?
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"a good small size dictoinary"
Version: Magical Jellybean Dictionary 1.1
Pros
a good small size dictoinary
Cons
a good small size dictoinary
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"Many online dictionaries already available"
Version: Magical Jellybean Dictionary 1.1
Pros
This program is easy to use and consise.
Cons
However, you need to have an internet connection to use it. Why not just go to some free, online dictionary, instead of downloading yet another program onto your computer?
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"Fast and easy!"
Version: Magical Jellybean Dictionary 1.1
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This dictionary is better than other dictionaries i have used in da past! (it's a lot faster than other 2)
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"Good,Compact and very useful"
Version: Magical Jellybean Dictionary 1.1
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I'd recommend Wordweb even though its bulkier.
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"Really good"
Version: Magical Jellybean Dictionary 1.1
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The best dictionary software...searches online databses for relevant meanings... worth a dekko
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"Easy, good, excellant"
Version: Magical Jellybean Dictionary 1.1
Summary
It connects to a server to save space on your puter, it has multiple resourses that can be turned on or off. You get as much or as little info as you want. If you spell a word wrong it will fix it as long as your close. I love this!!
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"eh"
Version: Magical Jellybean Dictionary 1.1
Summary
It's ok, i like WordWeb a LOT better
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"This is a GREAT dictionary for free!"
Version: Magical Jellybean Dictionary 1.1
Summary
It comes with everything, including prefix, and sufix searchs. I thougth that this is one of the best dictionarys on cnet, not to mention that it is free.
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