YourDictionary

What YourDictionary does

YourDictionary is a free, web-based English language learning and reference platform operated by LoveToKnow Media, a privately held Florida-domiciled corporation founded by Howard Love in 2005. The core product aggregates definitions, synonyms, antonyms, example sentences, etymologies, and audio pronunciations from 16 authoritative dictionary sources — including Webster's New World College Dictionary, the American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, and specialized dictionaries for law, finance, medicine, science, telecom, and hacker slang — into a single searchable interface. The platform extends beyond core dictionary lookups into a thesaurus with over 2 million synonym/antonym entries, a sentence examples database, grammar and vocabulary articles, ESL resources, teacher materials, and a Word of the Day feature, and operates a companion WordFinder tool covering 20+ word games (Scrabble, Words With Friends, Wordle, NYT Connections, NYT Crossplay) with over 290,000 indexed words.

The platform is monetized exclusively through display advertising on the website, with editorial content kept independent of advertiser influence. It is distributed as a self-serve web property accessible globally on desktop and mobile browsers, alongside a dedicated WordFinder mobile app on iOS and Android. Distribution is primarily driven by organic search for dictionary queries and by an active social media presence across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter/X, Pinterest, and LinkedIn, supplemented by a weekly email newsletter. The customer base is a horizontal long-tail of over 24 million monthly users across four primary segments: English language learners (students and ESL learners), teachers and educators, word game enthusiasts, and writers. The company is part of the broader LoveToKnow Media portfolio, which includes Crossword Helper, Bibliography, WordList Finder, Crossplay Captain, and GolfLink, providing shared infrastructure and cross-promotion across the family of properties. Current CEO Ethan Trex joined from Mental Floss in 2021, and CPO Ana Hernández, PhD, leads content strategy.

Name

YourDictionary

Legal name

LoveToKnow Media

Website

https://yourdictionary.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

YourDictionary is a free, web-based English language learning platform aggregating definitions from 16 authoritative dictionary sources and serving 24 million+ monthly learners, teachers, writers, and word game players through dictionary, thesaurus, grammar, and word game tools.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

NAICS

Libraries and Archives (51921), Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services (519290), Web Search Portals, Libraries, Archives, and Other Information Services (519), Information (51)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Miscellaneous Publishing (2741)

akta.pro primary industry

Vocabulary, Flashcards, SRS & Memorization Platforms (EDAFAOAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Spelling, Vocabulary & Word Study Programs (EDAMAJAD), Children’s Reference & Encyclopedias (Dictionaries, Atlases) (EDAGAIAD), Library Collections & Cataloging Services (Acquisitions, Metadata, Circulation) (EDAEAGAE)

Keywords

• Online dictionary
• Language reference
• Word game tools
• Vocabulary learning
• Grammar resources

Headquarters

HQ city

Vero Beach

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Revenue model

1. Advertising: YourDictionary generates revenue through advertising on its website. The site displays ads alongside dictionary content, articles, and search results. The company maintains editorial independence from advertisers, stating that editorial content is not influenced by website advertisers.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

YourDictionary operates a free, web-based English language reference platform that aggregates definitions, synonyms, antonyms, example sentences, and audio pronunciations from over 16 authoritative dictionary sources (including Webster's New World College Dictionary, American Heritage Dictionary, and Wiktionary) into a single searchable interface. It complements the core dictionary with a thesaurus containing over 2 million synonym/antonym options, a sentence examples database, grammar and vocabulary articles, ESL and teacher resources, and an adjacent WordFinder utility suite covering more than 20 word games (Scrabble, Words With Friends, Wordle, NYT Connections, etc.) backed by 290,000+ word lists.

Product overview

YourDictionary is a comprehensive English language learning platform offering a core dictionary with definitions from over a dozen authoritative sources (including Webster's New World College Dictionary, American Heritage Dictionary, and specialized dictionaries for law, finance, medicine, and technology), paired with a thesaurus containing over 2 million synonyms and antonyms. The platform includes sentence examples, grammar and vocabulary articles, ESL resources, and teacher materials. A companion product, WordFinder, provides word game assistance for Wordle, Scrabble, Words With Friends, and other word games with over 290,000 words. Related brands under LoveToKnow Media include Crossword Helper, Bibliography, and WordList Finder, forming an interconnected suite of language learning and word game tools.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• WordFinder: The ultimate word finder tool to help users know the perfect play in their favorite online word games.

Segments4 records

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• LoveToKnow MediacoreOthersYourDictionary is a proud member of the LoveToKnow Media family of digital properties. LoveToKnow Media operates multiple content websites including LoveToKnow.com, WordFinder, Crossword Helper, WordList Finder, GolfLink, and Bibliography. The parent company provides shared infrastructure, content creation resources, and cross-promotion opportunities across its portfolio of educational and reference websites.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/YourDictionary
• Facebookfacebook.com/yourdictionary
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/showcase/your_dictionary
• Instagraminstagram.com/your_dictionary
• TikToktiktok.com/@love_to_know
• Pinterestpinterest.com/yourdictionary

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Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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