Synonyms for
Fingerprints
Definition
Fingerprints are marks made by a person's fingers that show the patterns of ridges and furrows on the skin.
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Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- fingerprints analysis
- fingerprints evidence
- fingerprints scan
- fingerprints database
- fingerprints lifted
- fingerprints match
- fingerprints technology
Word family
noun fingerprint
verb fingerprint
Usage note
While 'fingerprints' is commonly used to refer to the unique patterns on fingertips, it can also be used metaphorically to denote a unique characteristic or trace of something. The verb form 'to fingerprint' means to take or analyze fingerprints.
Example sentences
- The detective found the culprit's fingerprints on the window.
- The artist used his fingerprints to make a unique painting.
- You can unlock your phone with your fingerprints.
- The suspect denied leaving his fingerprints at the crime scene.
- The scientist studied the patterns of fingerprints for her research project.
Quotes
My fingerprints are on the weapon, but I swear I didn't do it.
Fingerprints can tell a lot about a person, including their gender and age.
No two people have the same fingerprints, making them a great way to identify someone.