Define in Google Docs
One of the many handy items in Google Docs that I like to use is the "Define" tool.
What does it do?
By accessing the "Define" feature in Google Docs, it will tell you the type, pronunciation, various forms, definition, and synonyms of the word. In the example below I selected the word "quick". Over on the right, a box opens up and displays all of the information.
How do I access it?
There are a few ways to access "Define". Once you select your word you are wanting to look up, do one of the following:
What does it do?
By accessing the "Define" feature in Google Docs, it will tell you the type, pronunciation, various forms, definition, and synonyms of the word. In the example below I selected the word "quick". Over on the right, a box opens up and displays all of the information.
How do I access it?
There are a few ways to access "Define". Once you select your word you are wanting to look up, do one of the following:
- Right click your word and click Define 'your word'
- Click Ctrl+Shift+Y
- Click Tools in the Menu Bar and click Define
It can be useful when writing, especially when you want to look up something about your word without leaving your document.
Just a little tip to close out 2015. Have a Happy New Year!
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