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dict 命令

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复制后可按需替换文件名、目录或参数。

常用示例

Look up a word

dict [word]

Look up in specific

dict -d [wn] [word]

List available dictionaries

dict -D

Find matching words

dict -m [word*]

Use specific server

dict -h [dict.org] [word]

Show database information

dict -i [wn]

说明

dict is a command-line client for DICT protocol dictionary servers. It provides access to various dictionaries and thesauri hosted on DICT servers, returning definitions, synonyms, and related information. The DICT protocol allows querying multiple dictionaries simultaneously. The default public server (dict.org) hosts numerous dictionaries including WordNet, Jargon File, and various language dictionaries. dict supports different search strategies including exact match, prefix, suffix, and regular expression matching. This flexibility helps find words even with uncertain spelling.

参数

-d _DATABASE_
Search specific dictionary database.
-D
List available databases.
-m
Match mode (find similar words).
-s _STRATEGY_
Search strategy for matching.
-S
List available strategies.
-h _HOST_
Connect to specified DICT server.
-p _PORT_
Port number (default: 2628).
-i _DATABASE_
Show database information.
--help
Display help information.

FAQ

What is the dict command used for?

dict is a command-line client for DICT protocol dictionary servers. It provides access to various dictionaries and thesauri hosted on DICT servers, returning definitions, synonyms, and related information. The DICT protocol allows querying multiple dictionaries simultaneously. The default public server (dict.org) hosts numerous dictionaries including WordNet, Jargon File, and various language dictionaries. dict supports different search strategies including exact match, prefix, suffix, and regular expression matching. This flexibility helps find words even with uncertain spelling.

How do I run a basic dict example?

Run `dict [word]` in a terminal, then adjust file names, paths, flags, or remote targets for your system.

What does -d _DATABASE_ do in dict?

Search specific dictionary database.