Fingerprint

Pronunciation: /ˈfɪŋɡərˌprɪnt/

Definitions of fingerprint

noun an impression or mark made on a surface by a person's fingertip, often used for identification purposes

Example Sentences

A1 My fingerprint is unique to me.

A2 The police found the suspect's fingerprint at the crime scene.

B1 You can unlock your phone using your fingerprint.

B2 Forensic experts use fingerprints to identify individuals.

C1 The security system requires a fingerprint scan for access.

C2 The artist carefully studied the fingerprint patterns for inspiration.

Examples of fingerprint in a Sentence

formal The forensic expert analyzed the fingerprint found at the crime scene.

informal I had to give my fingerprint at the security check.

slang I left my fingerprint on the glass, oops!

figurative His unique style is like a fingerprint in the world of fashion.

Grammatical Forms of fingerprint

• past tense: fingerprinted
• plural: fingerprints
• comparative: more fingerprinted
• superlative: most fingerprinted
• present tense: fingerprint
• future tense: will fingerprint
• perfect tense: have fingerprinted
• continuous tense: is fingerprinting
• singular: fingerprint
• positive degree: fingerprint
• infinitive: to fingerprint
• gerund: fingerprinting
• participle: fingerprinted

Origin and Evolution of fingerprint

First Known Use: 1823 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'fingerprint' originated from the English language.

Evolution of the word: The term 'fingerprint' was first used in the early 19th century to refer to the unique pattern of ridges on the tips of human fingers. Over time, it has come to be associated with forensic science and identification techniques.