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Catch new terminology as issues evolve

An issue update can introduce new language. Get a definition for terms that could otherwise slow down your next step.

Trigger

Issue Updated Trigger

Triggered when an issue is updated. For example labels are changed, issue status is changed, etc.

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

Small wording changes can be easy to miss when you are tracking several issues and switching between tasks.

  • Get help understanding terminology introduced during an update.
  • Reduce repeat searches while following changing requirements.
  • Keep attention on what changed and what action it calls for.

Setup

Build it in a few focused steps.

  • 1Connect Linear and Dictionary api to Notis once through the portal.
  • 2Create an automation in the portal or ask Notis in plain language to explain unfamiliar terminology in updated issues.
  • 3Use one instruction that asks Notis to focus on new or relevant terms and explain their meaning in context.
  • 4Select Issue Updated as the trigger and choose a channel for run reports.
  • 5Test with one real issue update that introduces a term you want clarified.

Questions about this workflow

Can Notis tell which words are new?

Ask Notis in the prompt to compare the available updated issue text with its prior context when that context is included in the event.

What kinds of updates can trigger it?

The Linear Issue Updated trigger fires when an issue is updated, such as when its labels or status change.

When this happens · Trigger

Do this · Action

Supported Triggers and Actions

Notis builds workflows that link Linear to Dictionary api. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.

Linear triggers

Dictionary api actions

Recurring trigger

Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.

TriggerScheduled

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.

ActionInstant

Webhook trigger

Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.

TriggerInstant

Comment Received Trigger

Triggered when a comment is received.

TriggerInstant

Issue Created Trigger

Triggered when a new issue is created.

TriggerInstant

Issue Updated Trigger

Triggered when an issue is updated. For example labels are changed, issue status is changed, etc.

TriggerInstant

Private Team Comment Created

Fires when a new comment is posted on an issue in a private Linear team (polled with the connected user's token).

TriggerPolling

Private Team Issue Created

Fires when a new issue appears in a private Linear team (polled with the connected user's token).

TriggerPolling

Private Team Issue Properties Updated

Fires when properties on an issue change in a private Linear team (polled with the connected user's token).

TriggerPolling

Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.

Linear and Dictionary api, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.

When this happens · Trigger

Do this · Action

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