gamma

/ˈɡæ.mə/

ꞬÆ · mə (2 syllables)

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Definition

The third letter of the Greek alphabet (Γ, γ), preceded by beta (Β, β) and followed by delta, (Δ, δ).

Etymology

Learned borrowing from Ancient Greek γάμμα (gámma). Doublet of gimel.