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dermatoglyphics
[ der-mat-uh-glif-iks, dur-muh-tuh- ]
noun
- (used with a plural verb) the patterns of ridges on the inner surface of the hands and feet.
- (used with a singular verb) the science dealing with the study of these patterns.
dermatoglyphics
/ ˌdɜːmətəʊˈɡlɪfɪks /
plural noun
- the lines forming a skin pattern, esp on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet
- functioning as singular the study of such skin patterns
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- der·mato·glyphic adjective
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Word History and Origins
Origin of dermatoglyphics1
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Word History and Origins
Origin of dermatoglyphics1
C20: from dermato- + Greek gluphē a carving; see glyph
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