GoldenDict
GoldenDict is a free, open-source dictionary application that lets users look up words and phrases across multiple dictionary file formats simultaneously. It features WebKit-based rendering to display articles with full formatting, colors, images and links, making definitions readable and properly laid out. The app supports a wide range of dictionary sources and formats, including traditional dictionary files and online pronunciation services like Forvo. It is popular among language learners, translators, and researchers who need quick, offline access to multiple reference materials.
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1 suggestionThe official GoldenDict website and download page have not been updated since 2010, and there is no sign of a native Apple Silicon build or recent macOS release. The project appears to be dormant. However, GoldenDict has an active open-source community on GitHub (goldendict/goldendict) where volunteers have continued to maintain the code and have released newer builds. Check the GitHub releases page to see if a native macOS build or Universal Binary is available from the community, or attempt to build the latest version from source using the instructions at build-from-git if you are comfortable doing so. If you need a simpler alternative with native Apple Silicon support out of the box, Dictionary (the built-in macOS dictionary app) or Prizmo offer basic lookup functionality, though neither matches GoldenDict's full feature set or support for custom dictionary files.
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