"Greek-letter" meaning in English

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Adjective

Head templates: {{en-adjective|-}} Greek-letter (not comparable)
  1. (US) Of or relating to a fraternity, sorority, or honor society. Tags: US, not-comparable Synonyms: Greek letter Derived forms: GLO [abbreviation]
    Sense id: en-Greek-letter-en-adj-5Mr2GS30 Categories (other): American English, English entries with incorrect language header

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