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The Dictionary
Cagire includes a built-in dictionary of all the internal Forth words. Press Ctrl+Up to reach the Dict view.
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)