Build a Slide Glossary Entry
Capture shared definitions while your terminology is still fresh.
Trigger
New Slide Added
Fires when a new slide is added to a Google Slides presentation.
Action
Get Word Definition V2
Tool to retrieve definitions, phonetics, origin, and meanings of a given word using freedictionaryapi v2. use when you need comprehensive lexical data for a specific word.
Why this helps
Important terms are often explained repeatedly because no one records the definition at the right moment.
- Create reusable terminology notes
- Reduce repeated explanations
- Help new collaborators ramp up
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Google Slides and Dictionary api once in Notis.
- 2Create an automation named Build Slide Glossary Entries.
- 3Tell Notis to select one recurring or foundational term from each new slide and return a glossary ready definition with phonetics and origin.
- 4Pick New Slide Added as the trigger and choose where run reports go.
- 5Test with a slide that introduces a core concept.
Questions about this workflow
Where is the glossary stored?
The workflow sends the result to the report destination you choose; you can then use it in your preferred knowledge system.
Can I request a concise format?
Yes, describe the desired report format in the automation instruction.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Google Slides to Dictionary api. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Google Slides triggers
Dictionary api actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Get Word Definition V2
Tool to retrieve definitions, phonetics, origin, and meanings of a given word using freedictionaryapi v2. use when you need comprehensive lexical data for a specific word.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
New Slide Added
Fires when a new slide is added to a Google Slides presentation.
Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Google Slides and Dictionary api, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
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