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(Noun) A chance reproduction of the pattern of the friction ridge skin located on the palmer side of the finger that is left on an object when touched by the finger.

Usage: The burglar left several fingerprints on the window sill as he crawled into the house.

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(Noun) The series of ridges and furrows that form on the palmer side of the hands. The pattern of ridges and furrows form in the womb. The pattern is unique to every individual and is permanent for life unless altered by physical trauma...ie scarring.

Usage: Police use fingerprints to identify criminals.

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