Arch Thesaurus

A command-line thesaurus and dictionary that combines Merriam-Webster and Wiktionary APIs for comprehensive word data.

Features

• Definitions: High-quality definitions from Merriam-Webster
• Pronunciation: IPA pronunciation from Wiktionary
• Synonyms: Related words from Merriam-Webster thesaurus
• Origin/Etymology: Word origins from Merriam-Webster (when available)
• Examples: Sample sentences from Wiktionary

Installation & Setup

1. Install Deno: https://deno.land/#installation
2. Get API Key: Register for a free Merriam-Webster API key at https://dictionaryapi.com/register/index
3. Clone/Download: Get the main.ts file
4. Add API Key: Edit main.ts and replace "YOUR_API_KEY_HERE" with your key

Usage

deno run --allow-net main.ts

Enter words one per line. Press Enter on an empty line or Ctrl+D to exit.

Example:

Welcome to the Hybrid Thesaurus (Merriam-Webster + Wiktionary)!
Enter words (one per line). Press Enter on empty line or Ctrl+D to exit.

hello
Word: hello
Pronunciation: /həˈləʊ/
Synonyms: greeting, salutation, salute, welcome
Origin: Not available
Examples:
  - Hello, everyone.
Definitions:
  1. an expression of goodwill upon meeting

apple
[results for apple...]

How It Works

• Primary Data: Definitions, synonyms, and etymology from Merriam-Webster's APIs
• Fallback Data: Pronunciation and examples from Wiktionary when Merriam-Webster doesn't provide them
• Async Processing: Handles input asynchronously for smooth CLI experience

Requirements

• Deno runtime
• Internet connection
• Free Merriam-Webster API key

License

This project uses free APIs from Merriam-Webster and Wiktionary. Please respect their terms of service.