sdcv
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Description:
StarDict Console Version
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: dictionary terminal offline productivity reference
Install: brew install sdcv
About:
Sdcv is a command-line interface tool for querying StarDict dictionary files. It provides fast, offline access to dictionary lookups directly from the terminal, making it ideal for developers and power users. The tool supports various dictionary formats and offers scriptable integration for automated workflows.
Key Features:
  • Fast offline dictionary lookups
  • Support for multiple StarDict formats
  • Scriptable command-line interface
  • Customizable output formatting
Use Cases:
  • Quick word definitions without leaving the terminal
  • Integrating dictionary lookups into shell scripts
  • Offline reference tool for language learning
Alternatives:
  • dict – Uses online dictionary servers via DICT protocol, requires network connectivity
  • goldendict – GUI-based dictionary application with more features but heavier resource usage
Version History
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