alpha

  1. 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'''.
  2. Noun.  Latin alpha.
  3. 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.
  4. Noun.  (finance) The return of a given asset or portfolio adjusted for systematic risk.
  5. Noun.  An alpha male.
  6. Noun.  (informal, abbreviation) Alphabet.
  7. Adjective.  Designates the first in an order of precedence.
  8. Adjective.  (star) Designates the brightest star in a constellation.

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