epsilon
/ˈɛp.sɪ.lən/
UK: /ˈɛp.sɪˌlɒn/
ƐP · sɪ · lən (3 syllables)
English
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Definition
The fifth letter of the Greek alphabet, ε or Ε, preceded by delta (Δ, δ) and followed by zeta (Ζ, ζ).
Etymology
From Ancient Greek ἒ ψιλόν (è psilón, “simple Ε”).
Example Sentences
- "Yes, we have to convert all the symbol names to upper case at startup, but that’s epsilon."
- "All right, okay. My interest is epsilon."
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