beta
has definitions from the fields of biology,botany
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[ noun ] the 2nd letter of the Greek alphabet
Used in print (E. Lucas Myers, "The Vindication of Dr. Nestor,"...)Below these particulars was a series of alpha beta gammas connected by arrows and crosses which denoted the lineage of the breed . Related terms |
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[ adjective ] second in order of importance
Examples "the candidate, considered a beta male, was perceived to be unable to lead his party to victory" Related terms |
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[ adjective ] preliminary or testing stage of a software or hardware product
Examples "a beta version" "beta software" Related terms |
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[ noun ] (biology,botany) beets
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