# The Dictionary

Cagire includes a built-in dictionary of all Forth words. Press `Ctrl+Down` repeatedly to reach the **Dict** view, or navigate directly with `Ctrl+Arrow` keys.

## Using the Dictionary

The dictionary shows every available word organized by category:

- **Stack**: Manipulation words like `dup`, `swap`, `drop`
- **Arithmetic**: Math operations
- **Sound**: Sound sources and emission
- **Filter**, **Envelope**, **Effects**: Sound shaping
- **Context**: Sequencer state like `step`, `beat`, `tempo`
- And many more...

## Navigation

| Key | Action |
|-----|--------|
| `Tab` | Switch between categories and words |
| `↑/↓` or `j/k` | Navigate items |
| `PgUp/PgDn` | Page through lists |
| `/` or `Ctrl+F` | Search |
| `Esc` | Clear search |

## Word Information

Each word entry shows:

- **Name** and aliases
- **Stack effect**: `( before -- after )`
- **Description**: What the word does
- **Example**: How to use it

## Search

Press `/` to search across all words. The search matches word names, aliases, and descriptions. Press `Esc` to clear and return to browsing.

## Tips

- Use the dictionary while writing scripts to check stack effects
- Categories group related words together
- Some words have shorter aliases (e.g., `sound` → `s`)