Dermatoglyphic (Noun)
Meaning
The lines that form patterns on the skin (especially on the fingertips and the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet).
Classification
Nouns denoting two and three dimensional shapes.
Examples
- The unique dermatoglyphic patterns on a person's fingertips can be used for identification purposes in forensic analysis.
- Researchers took impressions of the dermatoglyphic markings on the palms of the hands from the study participants.
- The dermatoglyphic lines that crisscross a person's fingertips and palms can reveal information about their genetic makeup.
- A dermatologist examined the dermatoglyphic ridges and creases on the patient's sole to identify any unusual patterns or abnormalities.
- Since dermatoglyphic patterns are determined by genetics, researchers use them to identify inherited traits in families.