How can I run an application with command line arguments in Mac OS

Problem

Is there any easy way to append command line arguments to an application on a Mac? For example, to run Opera in kiosk mode or to use a different profile in Firefox, I can type In Windows I can append the arguments to the shortcut properties, but since Macs don't use shortcut per se and run the applications directly, this isn't possible. I have found that launching the applications through bash or Applescript partially works: I can make these executable and assign an icon and everything works great except that when I run either of these pseudo programs, either a terminal window or an Applescript icon remains open as long as the application is open. Presumably, using the Applescript command would avoid this, but since I'm not running the application as it is packaged (just ), it doesn't work. So, is there a better way to run applications with command line arguments? If not, is there a way to prevent a persistent terminal session or Applescript icon from staying open while the applicatio…