alpha
- Noun. The name of the first letter of the Greek alphabet ('''Α''', '''α'''), followed by beta. In the Latin alphabet it is the predecessor to '''A'''.
- Noun. Latin alpha.
- Noun. (science) The name of the symbols '''Α''' and '''α''' used in science and mathematics, often interchangeable with the symbols when used as a prefix.
- Noun. (finance) The return of a given asset or portfolio adjusted for systematic risk.
- Noun. An alpha male.
- Noun. (informal, abbreviation) Alphabet.
- Adjective. Designates the first in an order of precedence.
- Adjective. (star) Designates the brightest star in a constellation.
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