Meaning of the word fingerprinting in English
What does fingerprinting mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
fingerprinting
US /ˈfɪŋ.ɡərˌprɪn.tɪŋ/
UK /ˈfɪŋ.ɡəˌprɪn.tɪŋ/
Noun
1.
the process of taking fingerprints from someone, especially for identification purposes
Example:
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The police used fingerprinting to identify the suspect.
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New employees undergo a process of background checks and fingerprinting.
2.
the use of a unique digital signature or characteristic to identify a device, user, or data
Example:
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Browser fingerprinting can track users across different websites.
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Digital fingerprinting is used to protect copyrighted content.
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