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gamma

(symbol: γ) n.

1. the distance of a stimulus from the threshold in a psychophysical procedure.

2. any of several different statistical indices, most commonly Goodman–Kruskal’s gamma.

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virility

n. the state of possessing the qualities of an adult male, especially capacity for coitus. See also maleness; masculinity. —virile adj.