Word
fingerprinting
Phoneticsfin·ger·print·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈfɪŋɡɝˌpɹɪntɪŋ/
UK/fˈɪŋɡəpɹˌɪntɪŋ/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. the process of recording the patterns on your fingers to show who you are. Police do it after an arrest, and phones use it to unlock safely.
n. recording and comparing the unique ridge patterns on fingertips to establish personal identity. Extended in computing to identifying devices, browsers, or files from distinctive technical characteristics.
Examples
“Police use fingerprinting to identify suspects quickly.”
“The new office uses fingerprinting instead of key cards so only staff can enter the building.”
“While fingerprinting helps websites detect fraud, privacy advocates warn that it allows tracking even when users clear cookies.”
Examples
simple
“Police use fingerprinting to identify suspects quickly.”
contextual
“The new office uses fingerprinting instead of key cards so only staff can enter the building.”
complex
“While fingerprinting helps websites detect fraud, privacy advocates warn that it allows tracking even when users clear cookies.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “fingerprinting” in context.
Verb
01. fingerprinting confirms
“Fingerprinting confirms your identity in just a few seconds at the border.”
noun + verb
02. fingerprinting identifies
“Fingerprinting identifies suspects more reliably than a simple photo check.”
noun + verb
03. rely on fingerprinting
“Banks increasingly rely on fingerprinting for safe customer access.”
verb + prep + noun
04. require fingerprinting
“The new bank job requires fingerprinting for a full security check.”
verb + noun
Adjective
05. biometric fingerprinting
“Many airports use biometric fingerprinting to verify travellers' identities.”
adj + noun
06. digital fingerprinting
“Police now use digital fingerprinting to record suspects quickly and accurately.”
adj + noun
07. forensic fingerprinting
“Forensic fingerprinting helped detectives link the suspect to the crime scene.”
adj + noun
08. mandatory fingerprinting
“New arrivals faced mandatory fingerprinting as part of immigration checks.”
adj + noun
Noun
09. method of fingerprinting
“Police adopted a new method of fingerprinting to get faster results.”
noun + prep + noun
10. record of fingerprinting
“The police keep a record of fingerprinting for every person arrested.”
noun + prep + noun
11. introduce fingerprinting at borders
“The government plans to introduce fingerprinting at borders next year.”
12. rely on fingerprinting for security
“Modern banks rely on fingerprinting for security and fast login.”
Real-World Examples
“Japan began fingerprinting foreigners entering the country on Tuesday in an anti-terrorism policy that has sparked complaints from human right activists, business travelers and long-term residents.” “The initiative broadens the digital fingerprinting process for international arrivals from two fingers to a complete set of ten.” Word family
NOUN
Related words
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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