biometry
[ bahy-om-i-tree ]
noun
the calculation of the probable duration of human life.
Origin of biometry
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British Dictionary definitions for biometry
biometry
biometrics (ˌbaɪəˈmɛtrɪks)
/ (baɪˈɒmɪtrɪ) /
noun(functioning as singular)
the analysis of biological data using mathematical and statistical methods
the practice of digitally scanning the physiological or behavioural characteristics of individuals as a means of identification
the statistical calculation of the probable duration of human life
Derived forms of biometry
- biometrically, adverb
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