Definition of be beta

beta

a pre-release product that is released for testing.
They call all of its products beta in order to deflect criticism.
We have a few products in beta at the moment.
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Last edited on Nov 04 2011. Submitted by WalterGR (via TheJargonFile) on Aug 14 2009.
characterized by a lack of "manliness," confidence, or bravado. The opposite of alpha.
Last edited on Apr 18 2014. Submitted by Anonymous on Jun 02 2011.

marijuana.
Here's some grade A beta.
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Last edited on Apr 18 2014. Submitted by Brendan on Dec 06 2002.

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