/ˈɡæmə/ (GAM-uh)

Definitions

1. noun

A letter of the Greek alphabet.

“The math problem used the Greek letter gamma to represent an angle.”

2. noun

The third letter of the Greek alphabet.

“She studied the ancient Greek alphabet, which started with alpha, beta, and gamma.”

3. noun

A type of high-energy radiation, often emitted by atomic nuclei during nuclear reactions.

“The scientists detected gamma rays emitted by the radioactive material.”

4. noun

A type of ray emitted by the sun, often associated with solar flares.

“The astronomers studied the gamma rays emitted by the sun during a solar flare.”

5. adjective

Related to or resembling gamma rays.

“The scientist worked on gamma radiation detection technology.”

6. adjective

Having three lobes or sides.

“The anatomy book described a gamma-shaped organ in the human body.”

7. adjective

Relating to or being a third in a series or order.

“The gamma level of the game is the third highest difficulty level.”

8. symbol

Symbol for the Greek letter gamma.

“The math problem used the symbol γ to represent gamma.”