# Dict

> Use this skill when the user wants to look up word definitions, synonyms, translations, or etymologies using the DICT protocol.

- Skill: `javimosch/dict` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add javimosch/dict`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/javimosch/dict/raw
- Safety review: PASS (external: skill-scanner PASS, skillspector PASS)
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Docs & Writing
- Author: javimosch (https://skillmd.com/u/javimosch)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/javimosch/dict

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# dict Plugin

dict queries dictionary databases via the DICT protocol (RFC 2229). Look up definitions, synonyms, translations, and etymologies from remote dictionary servers.

## Commands

- `dict _ _ <args>` — Passthrough

## Usage Examples

- "define the word serendipity"
- "look up synonyms for happy"
- "find the etymology of algorithm"
- "translate hello from English to French"

## Installation

```bash
brew install dict
```

## Key Features
- DICT protocol client (RFC 2229)
- Multiple dictionary server support
- Word definitions, synonyms, and etymologies
- Translation between languages
- Regex pattern matching across dictionaries
- Customizable dictionary server and database selection