Fingerprint

usgb/ˈfɪŋɡərprɪnt/
noun

A mark made by the pattern of ridges on the end of a person's finger.

The police found the suspect's fingerprint on the crime scene.
Visual representation of "fingerprint" - A mark made by the pattern of ridges on the end of a person's finger.

Often appears as...

  • leave a fingerprint
  • fingerprint analysis
Definition 1 of 3
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Crime Scene Clue

Fingerprints are often used in detective stories to solve crimes.

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The detective lifted the clear fingerprint from the glass.
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Personal Identifier

Every person's fingerprint is unique, like a personal signature.

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Her fingerprint was the key to unlock her phone.
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Figurative Use

'Leaving a fingerprint' can mean having an impact or influence.

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His mentorship left a lasting fingerprint on my career.
Visual representation of the word "Fingerprint"

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