Not quite ready for release Crossword Clue

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Not quite ready for release Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. beets
2. the 2nd letter of the Greek alphabet
(adjective)
1. preliminary or testing stage of a software or hardware product
2. second in order of importance

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

READY (adjective)
1. apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity
2. completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
READY (verb)
1. make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
2. prepare for eating by applying heat
READY (noun)
1. poised for action
RELEASE (verb)
1. part with a possession or right
2. let (something) fall or spill from a container
RELEASE (noun)
1. (music) the act or manner of terminating a musical phrase or tone
2. a device that when pressed will release part of a mechanism

Hint 3: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
ABET

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