Biometric

//ˌbaɪ.oʊˈmɛt.ɹɪk// adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A metric that measures a biologic characteristic.
Adjective
  1. 1
    Of, relating to, or using biometrics. not-comparable
  2. 2
    Of or relating to biometry. not-comparable

Example

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"Many biometric systems are based on the fingerprint scanner."

Etymology

From bio- + -metric, or biometry + -ic.

Related phrases

biometric passport

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