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sdef: Print the scripting definitions of the given application.
$ sdef ${-Applications-XCode-app}
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The command "sdef ${-Applications-XCode-app}" is likely used in a shell script or command line interface. Here's what each component represents:

  1. "sdef": This is a command or utility that is being invoked. Without further context, it's difficult to precisely determine what this command does. However, it is commonly associated with AppleScript and scriptable applications on macOS.

  2. "${-Applications-XCode-app}": This is a parameter or an argument passed to the "sdef" command. It appears to be a placeholder or variable that is expected to be replaced with a specific value.

In this case, it seems like the intent is to specify a path or file location related to Xcode, which is Apple's integrated development environment (IDE). However, without more information or surrounding context, it is not possible to provide a definite explanation of what this command is supposed to accomplish.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.
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