> I would like to use the data dictionary information in my database,
> particularly the Description information, for columns to be displayed to
> users when they ask for further help on determining the purpose of a
> particular field on a form.
>
> How can I get access to this information from my client application?

RDB$FIELD has a text blob with DESCRIPTION somewhere.

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