How to Research Technical Terms with Claude
Research technical terms with Claude and ToolRouter. Definitions and alternatives for jargon.
Tool
Claude bridges technical and plain language through iterative clarification. Define a term in its technical sense, then explore how it differs from everyday usage, find simpler alternatives for non-expert audiences, and build a glossary through continued conversation. Each exchange helps you communicate more precisely across different readers.
Connect ToolRouter to Claude
1Open connector settings Open Settings
2Add a custom connector with these details
Name
ToolRouterURL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Let Claude set you up Open Claude
Steps
Once connected (see setup above), use the Dictionary Words tool:
- Ask Claude: "Define the term heuristic using dictionary-words"
- Claude returns the definition including technical senses
- Ask: "Find synonyms that a non-technical audience would understand"
- Bridge the gap between technical and plain language
Example Prompt
Try this with Claude using the Dictionary Words tool
Define "entropy" as used in both physics and information theory. Find simpler alternatives I can use in a blog post.
Tips
- Ask Claude to explain which definition applies in your specific context
- Use synonyms to find plain-language alternatives for technical writing
- Combine both skills to build a glossary for your documentation