Meaning Of The Word Fingerprint

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What's The Definition Of Fingerprint?

fingerprint
Fingerprints are marks made by a person's fingers which show the lines on the skin. Everyone's fingerprints are different, so they can be used to identify criminals.

fingerprint in American English
an impression of the lines and whorls on the inner surface of the end joint of the finger, used as by the police in the identification of a person
to take the fingerprints of
noun: an impression of the markings of the inner surface of the last joint of the thumb or other finger
transitive verb: to take or record the fingerprints of

fingerprint in British English
noun: an impression of the pattern of ridges on the palmar surface of the end joint of each finger and thumb
verb: to take an inked impression of the fingerprints of (a person)

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