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2012年1月4日

Is copying dictionary definitions and using them to make money illegal?

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Question by John P: Is copying dictionary definitions and using them to make money illegal?
If one used dictionary definitions on their website, and used them to make money, is this a violation of copyright laws?
If they were cited on the website, would it be illegal?

Best answer:

Answer by BR
Yes.

There is something called “fair use” meaning you can copy short, attributed sections of a copyrighted work, but not large sections from it.

In your dictionary, look up “theft”.

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