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alpha

/al-fuh/US // ˈæl fə //UK // (ˈælfə) //

阿尔法,阿法,阿尔卑斯山

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Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : the first letter of the Greek alphabet.
    • : the vowel sound represented by this letter.
    • : the first; the beginning.
    • : Alpha, Astronomy. used to designate the brightest star in a constellation.
    • : Chemistry. one of two or more isomeric compounds.
    • : the first in a series of related items: frequently used in chemistry and physics.
    • : Chiefly British. a mark or grade corresponding to an A.Compare beta, gamma.
adj.形容词 adjective
  1. 1
    • : 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.See also alpha male.
    • : alphabetical: Put the files in alpha order.
    • : Chemistry. pertaining or linked to the carbon atom closest to a particular group in an organic molecule.

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Examples

  • What Hopman and colleagues found was a prominent decrease in the strength of the alpha rhythm in the time spent in nature compared to either before or after.

  • For instance, TNF alpha inhibitors are used to treat Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis.

  • The team then tried various combinations of cytokines and discovered that only the pairing of TNF alpha and gamma interferon was deadly to macrophages.

  • Nivelo is taking its first steps as a company with this funding, but it’s on its way with an alpha product and a future road map of products and services.

  • Chris Biscardi is trying to get rid of that barrier to entry with a text editor for digital gardens that’s still in its alpha stage.

  • Alpha Team was killed, Faal told the FBI, while the Bravo members who were not gunned down fled.

  • The conspirators were split into two teams, “Alpha” and “Bravo.”

  • And when that happens, one “alpha dog” will run the show, usually the oldest, most experienced performer, who “knows more tricks.”

  • Former RSD instructor Nathan Kole says he saw firsthand how this “alpha male” marketing can damage students.

  • Lohse rushes Sigma Alpha Epsilon, gets a bid, endures pledge term, and then submits to the dehumanizing rigors of Hell Night.

  • Beta is not formed from alpha; one is first, the other is second, and no one knows why.

  • The ring shown in Fig. 117 bears the sacred monogram accompanied by the significant Alpha and Omega.

  • The proper annual motion of the sun Alpha Centauri exceeds 188 millions of leagues per year.

  • The star Alpha Cygni comes to us in a direct line at a speed of 500 millions of leagues per year.

  • And I remember being jealous because she was chosen by the Kappa Alpha as a candidate.