fingerprint
//ˈfɪŋɡərˌprɪnt//
Noun
fingerprintSingular
fingerprintsPlural
1
A unique pattern of ridges and lines on the surface of a fingertip, used for identification.
The police found a fingerprint on the window.
2
A distinctive identifying characteristic or trait.
Every artist leaves a unique fingerprint on their work.
Synonym
Verb
fingerprintInfinitive
fingerprintPresent tense
fingerprintedPast tense
fingerprintedPast participle
fingerprintingPresent participle
fingerprintsThird-person singular
1
To record the fingerprints of someone, typically for identification or security purposes.
The police fingerprinted the suspect at the station.