The Sterling Online Dictionary™
Algeria's First Professional English Learning Tool for Teachers and Students
About The Sterling Online Dictionary™
Version: 2.5.0 (Ultimate Edition)
Release Date: November 28, 2025
Mission: To provide Algerian teachers and students with a professional, accessible, and pedagogically sound English dictionary designed specifically for educational contexts.
Our Vision: The Sterling Online Dictionary™ is part of The Sterling Toolkit™, a comprehensive suite of digital learning tools created to support English language education in Algeria. We believe that quality educational resources should be accessible to all teachers and learners.
Features:
- Comprehensive English word definitions
- British and American pronunciation audio
- Example sentences for context
- Synonyms and related words
- Mobile-friendly responsive design
Developer: Djillali DAHMOUN is a primary school English teacher and educational technology developer from Algeria, dedicated to creating innovative learning tools that align with TESOL methodology and modern pedagogical practices.
Data Sources & Acknowledgments:
- Dictionary Data: Powered by Free Dictionary API (dictionaryapi.dev), which aggregates lexical data from open-source resources including Wiktionary and WordNet
- Pronunciation: Uses the Web Speech API built into modern web browsers
- Interface & Design: Original work by Djillali DAHMOUN
Legal Notice: The Sterling Online Dictionary's™ interface, design, branding, code structure, and educational features are proprietary to Djillali DAHMOUN. Dictionary definitions, pronunciations, and lexical data are provided by third-party services and remain subject to their respective open-source licenses. We do not claim ownership of the underlying lexical data.
Version History:
- 2.5.0 (November 28, 2025) - Ultimate Edition with 15 major features: Dark Mode, Search History, Favorites, Voice Search, Keyboard Shortcuts, Quick Actions, Random Word, Enhanced Results, Toast Notifications, Collapsible Sections, Loading Animations, Data Persistence, Mobile Optimization, Professional UI, Browser Compatibility
- 1.0.0 (November 26, 2025) - Initial public release
Contact: For enquiries, feedback, or collaboration opportunities, call +213 770 143 098
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: November 26, 2025
Data Collection: The Sterling Online Dictionary does not collect, store, or process any personal information from users. We do not use cookies, tracking scripts, or analytics tools.
Search Queries: When you search for a word, your query is sent to a third-party dictionary API (Free Dictionary API at dictionaryapi.dev) to retrieve word definitions. We do not store or log your search history.
Third-Party Services: This application uses:
- Free Dictionary API - for word definitions and related data
- Web Speech API - built into your browser for pronunciation (no data sent externally)
Local Usage: All processing occurs in your web browser. No user data is transmitted to our servers because this is a client-side application.
Children's Privacy: This tool is designed for educational use. We do not knowingly collect information from children or any other users.
Changes: We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Please review this page periodically.
For questions about privacy, contact Djillali DAHMOUN at +213 770 143 098
Terms of Service
Effective Date: November 26, 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using The Sterling Online Dictionary™, you agree to comply with these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.
2. Educational Use
This dictionary is provided free of charge for educational purposes, specifically for English language teachers and students in Algeria and beyond. You may use it for:
- Personal language learning
- Classroom instruction
- Homework and assignments
- Teacher lesson planning
3. Prohibited Uses
You may NOT:
- Copy, reproduce, or redistribute the source code
- Remove copyright notices or attributions
- Use this tool for commercial purposes without written permission
- Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or extract the source code
- Use automated systems to overload the dictionary API
4. Intellectual Property & Ownership
The Sterling Online Dictionary™ is © 2025 Djillali DAHMOUN. All rights reserved.
Proprietary Elements Owned by Djillali DAHMOUN:
- Complete source code and software architecture
- User interface design and visual branding
- Blue and gold color scheme and styling
- "The Sterling Online Dictionary™" name and branding
- "The Sterling Toolkit™" suite branding
- Website layout, navigation, and user experience design
- Modal systems and interactive features
- Integration methodology and educational features
- All custom graphics, logos, and visual elements
Third-Party Elements NOT Owned by Djillali DAHMOUN:
- Dictionary definitions, examples, and word data (provided by Free Dictionary API - dictionaryapi.dev)
- Pronunciation audio generation (provided by Web Speech API built into browsers)
- Phonetic transcriptions and linguistic data (sourced from open lexical databases)
Usage Rights: Users may access and use the dictionary service freely for educational purposes. The proprietary elements listed above may not be copied, reproduced, modified, or redistributed without explicit written permission from Djillali DAHMOUN.
5. Disclaimer
This dictionary is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee that all definitions, pronunciations, or examples are error-free. This tool should supplement, not replace, professional language instruction. Pronunciation quality may vary depending on your device and browser.
6. Limitation of Liability
Djillali DAHMOUN shall not be liable for any damages arising from the use or inability to use this dictionary, including but not limited to inaccuracies in dictionary data provided by third-party services.
7. Institutional Licensing
Schools and educational institutions wishing to integrate this dictionary into their curriculum or websites should contact Djillali DAHMOUN for licensing arrangements.
8. Third-Party Services
This application uses third-party services (Free Dictionary API and Web Speech API) which have their own terms of service. By using this dictionary, you also agree to respect the terms of these underlying services. Djillali DAHMOUN is not responsible for changes, interruptions, or termination of these third-party services.
9. Trademarks
The Sterling Online Dictionary™ and The Sterling Toolkit™ are trademarks of Djillali DAHMOUN. Unauthorized use of these trademarks is prohibited.
For questions, call +213 770 143 098