en-gb-oxendict-style

Standardize British English spelling and grammar with Oxford conventions.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/leynos/dev-env-rocky --skill en-gb-oxendict-style
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: en-gb-oxendict-style
Source: https://github.com/leynos/dev-env-rocky/tree/main/agent-skills/en-gb-oxendict
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/leynos/dev-env-rocky --skill en-gb-oxendict-style

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Enforces British English using Oxford spelling conventions, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and readability across content.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Enforces Oxford spellings such as -ize/-ization while preserving analyse and paralyse forms
  • Accepts outwith and caveat when they are the best fit
  • Applies the Oxford comma selectively to improve clarity without overuse
  • Guides edits to preserve author meaning, tone, and register

Quick Start

Apply Oxford British English style to a draft to ensure consistent spelling and punctuation.

Frequently Asked Questions about en-gb-oxendict-style

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I apply Oxford spelling conventions to British English content?

To apply Oxford spelling, standardize British English text by enforcing specific conventions like -ize/-ization endings while preserving analyse and paralyse forms, and selectively using the Oxford comma for clarity without altering quoted material.

What is the difference between standard British English and Oxford spelling for editorial writing?

Oxford spelling for British English editorial writing distinguishes itself by accepting words like outwith and caveat, using -ize/-ization endings, and applying the Oxford comma selectively to improve clarity without overuse.

Does this British English style guide preserve original author tone and domain-specific terms?

Yes, this British English style guide preserves author meaning, tone, and register by enforcing spelling, punctuation, and grammar rules without altering quoted material or domain-specific terms.

Can I use this to standardize spelling and grammar for product documentation and UI copy?

Yes, you can standardize spelling and grammar for product documentation and UI copy by applying Oxford spelling conventions, selective Oxford comma use, and appropriate British English vocabulary choices.

When should I use the Oxford comma in British English content editing?

Use the Oxford comma selectively during British English content editing to improve clarity without overuse, ensuring readability across editorial writing, product documentation, and UI copy.

Why does Oxford spelling keep -ize endings but use analyse instead of analyze?

Oxford spelling keeps -ize and -ization endings but preserves analyse and paralyse forms because it follows specific British English conventions that standardize spelling while maintaining traditional verb morphology for certain words.