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fingerprint

[ˈfɪŋɡəprɪnt]

fingerprint Definition

  • 1an impression or mark made on a surface by the pattern of ridges on the tip of a finger, used especially for identifying individuals from the unique pattern of their fingerprints.
  • 2a distinctive identifying characteristic

Using fingerprint: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fingerprint" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The police found his fingerprints at the crime scene.

  • Example

    The phone can be unlocked with a fingerprint.

  • Example

    Each person has a unique set of fingerprints.

fingerprint Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fingerprint

Phrases with fingerprint

  • the process of examining fingerprints to identify individuals or to match them with other prints

    Example

    The detective used fingerprint analysis to solve the case.

  • a device that scans and reads fingerprints for identification or authentication purposes

    Example

    The company uses a fingerprint scanner to control access to the building.

  • the process of identifying individuals based on their unique fingerprints

    Example

    The smartphone uses fingerprint recognition to unlock the screen.

Origins of fingerprint

from 'finger' + 'print', meaning an impression made by the whorls and lines of a finger

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Summary: fingerprint in Brief

A 'fingerprint' [ˈfɪŋɡəprɪnt] is an impression made by the ridges on the tip of a finger. It is used to identify individuals based on their unique pattern of ridges. 'Fingerprint' can also refer to any distinctive identifying characteristic. Examples include 'The police found his fingerprints at the crime scene.' and 'The phone can be unlocked with a fingerprint.'