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14 years after digital debut, Macmillan Dictionary’s website to be shut down

The Macmillan Education announced that it is now not sustainable enough to keep the Macmillan English Dictionary and Thesaurus up-to-date.

Macmillan EducationThe Macmillan English Dictionary (MEDO) made its digital debut in 2009. It was used as a tool by language learners, writers, and researchers and offered definitions, thesaurus entries, and language insights. (File: Taken from macmillaneducation.in)
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Macmillan Education Ltd on June 30 announced its decision to close the websites of Macmillan English Dictionary, Macmillan English Thesaurus, and Macmillan Dictionary Blog.

The Macmillan English Dictionary (MEDO) made its digital debut in 2009. It was used as a tool by language learners, writers, and researchers and offered definitions, thesaurus entries, and language insights.

In an official statement, Macmillan Education said that it is now not sustainable enough to keep the Macmillan English Dictionary and Thesaurus up-to-date. “The team at Macmillan Education Ltd would like to express our deep gratitude to our loyal users, contributors, and partners who have supported us throughout this journey. We are immensely proud of the dictionary’s impact on the language community and sincerely thank everyone who has contributed to its success.” said an official statement by their team.

In the same statement, Macmillan Education also appreciated and dedicated the success of the dictionary to their team. “ We would also like to thank our dedicated team of lexicographers, developers, and support staff who have worked hard to maintain and enhance the dictionary. Their dedication and passion for language have been the bedrock of the dictionary’s success,” it said.

 

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