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alpha
[al-fuh]
noun
the first letter of the Greek alphabet (A, α).
the vowel sound represented by the first letter of the Greek alphabet.
the first; the beginning.
Astronomy.Alpha, used to designate the brightest star in a constellation.
Alpha Arietis is the brightest star in Aries.
Chemistry.one of two or more isomeric compounds.
the first in a series of related items: frequently used in chemistry and physics.
Computers.an early phase of hardware or software development, in which the product is tested by its developers or manufacturers.
Some modules are complete and ready for consumers while others are still in alpha.
Chiefly British.a mark or grade corresponding to an A.
adjective
(of an animal) having the highest rank in a dominance hierarchy.
the alpha female of an elephant pack.
being the most dominant, powerful, or assertive person in a particular group.
Slang: Sometimes Disparaging.being or relating to a man who is perceived to be assertive, successful, and sexually dominant.
Put the files in alpha order.
Computers.being, relating to, or undergoing the early phase of product development in which a product is tested by its developers or manufacturers.
The initial release is really an alpha version only available to developers.
Chemistry.relating to or linked to the carbon atom closest to a particular group in an organic molecule.
alpha
1/ ˈæə /
noun
the first letter in the Greek alphabet (Α, α), a vowel transliterated as a
the highest grade or mark, as in an examination
(modifier)
involving or relating to helium-4 nuclei
an alpha particle
relating to one of two or more allotropes or crystal structures of a solid
alpha iron
relating to one of two or more isomeric forms of a chemical compound, esp one in which a group is attached to the carbon atom to which the principal group is attached
(modifier) denoting the dominant person or animal in a group
the alpha male
Alpha
2/ ˈæə /
noun
(foll by the genitive case of a specified constellation) usually the brightest star in a constellation
Alpha Centauri
communications a code word for the letter a
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of alpha1
Example Sentences
After all, if your five-year-old can give you a black eye, you’re not the kind of alpha male Trump wants on his staff.
England do not need a humble Stokes in Australia, they need the alpha at his death-defying best.
Despite being a two-time champion and widely recognized as an “alpha,” first-year head coach Lynne Roberts says Plum’s leadership style is free of arrogance or ego, driven solely by her sheer competitiveness.
A rich guy paying scores of women to have his babies reads as "alpha male" by MAGA, so the Christian right is largely staying mum about it.
Several coaches, including Martin, describe Lawrence as an alpha.
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