About Dictionary + Thesaurus

Dictionary + Thesaurus is an independent, bilingual reference site. Each entry brings together what you would normally look up in three places: a dictionary definition, a thesaurus list and a short encyclopedia article on the word's history and use.

How entries are written

Entries are written and reviewed by our editors in English and in Bahasa Indonesia. The Indonesian edition is written for Indonesian readers rather than translated word for word, so examples and explanations can differ between the two versions.

Definitions start with the most common meaning. Etymologies are based on standard historical dictionaries and published scholarship. When the origin of a word is uncertain, we say so.

Names and brands

Some entries describe proper nouns, such as brand names that people search for. These entries explain what the name refers to, how it is formed, pronounced and written. They are descriptive only: we do not endorse, review or link to the products or services behind a name.

Corrections

Language changes and so do our entries. Each page shows the date it was last updated. If you spot an error, let us know and we will review it.

Last updated October 29, 2026