Dictionary File
General Information
| Title | DICTIONARY File Extension |
| Extension | .dictionary |
| Full Form | Dictionary File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | Apple |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store definitions |
| Additional Functions | Support search, Reference material |
| Features | Indexed, Compressed |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High accuracy |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with tools |
Use Cases
| Language Learning | Yes |
| Reference Material | Yes |
| Educational Software | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2005 with Mac OS X 10.4 |
| Latest Version | Varies with macOS version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .plist, .xml, .txt |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Apple Dictionary |
Free | macOS |
 DictUnifier |
Free | macOS |
| Dictionary App Builder |
Free | Windows, macOS, Linux |