fingerprint

English

/ˈfɪŋɡɚˌpɹɪnt/

noun
Definitions
  • The natural pattern of ridges on the tips of human fingers, unique to each individual.
  • The patterns left on surfaces where uncovered fingertips have touched, especially as used to identify the person who touched the surface.
  • (computing) Unique identification for public key in asymmetric cryptosystem.
  • A unique combination of features that serves as an identification of something.
  • A trace that gives evidence of someone's involvement.

Etymology

Compound from English finger + English print.

Origin

English

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