Pronunciation: /ˈfɪŋɡərˌprɪntɪŋ/
noun the act of taking fingerprints for identification purposes
A1 Fingerprinting is a method of identifying a person based on their unique fingerprints.
A2 Police use fingerprinting to solve crimes by matching fingerprints found at the scene.
B1 Employers may require fingerprinting as part of the background check process for new hires.
B2 Fingerprinting technology has advanced to the point where it can accurately identify individuals with high precision.
C1 Forensic experts use sophisticated fingerprinting techniques to analyze and compare fingerprints in criminal investigations.
C2 The accuracy and reliability of fingerprinting as a method of identification have been well-established in the field of law enforcement.
formal Fingerprinting is a common method used in forensic science to identify individuals based on their unique patterns of ridges and valleys on their fingertips.
informal They had to do fingerprinting at the police station after the break-in.
slang I heard they're doing fingerprinting at the crime scene to catch the thief.
figurative In a way, our choices and actions can act as a form of fingerprinting, leaving a unique mark on the world around us.
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