fingerprinting

/ˈfɪŋɡərˌprɪntɪŋ/
noun
  1. The process of taking and recording someone's fingerprints, often for identification or criminal investigation.
    • Fingerprinting is a standard procedure when applying for certain jobs.
    • Digital fingerprinting has made the process faster and more accurate.
    • The detective explained the basics of fingerprinting to the new officers.
  2. A method used by computers to identify a device or user based on unique digital characteristics.
    • Browser fingerprinting can track users even without cookies.
    • Many websites use device fingerprinting to prevent fraud.
    • Privacy advocates worry about the rise of digital fingerprinting.
adjective
  1. Relating to the process of taking or analyzing fingerprints.
    • She attended a fingerprinting workshop at the police academy.
    • The lab uses fingerprinting techniques to solve crimes.
    • Fingerprinting equipment has become more portable over the years.
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