beta test

noun

: a field test of the beta version of a product (such as software) especially by testers outside the company developing it that is conducted prior to commercial release

beta test transitive verb

beta tester noun

Examples of beta test in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web So far, the 2025-26 FAFSA has been available to limited groups of students in a series of beta tests that began on Oct. 1. —

Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2024 The Premiere Edition is basically for true believers who don't mind dropping serious money on what amounts to a pay-to-play beta test. —

Jaina Grey, WIRED, 18 Nov. 2019 With successful beta test runs throughout the past few years, this model bridges creators and investors by providing the possibility for entrepreneurs to develop their ideas into something of value. —

Kara Markley Sterling, USA TODAY, 8 Oct. 2024 The plan is to kick off beta tests by the end of this year. —

Michael Kan, PCMAG, 2 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for beta test

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