biometric

[bahy-uh-me-trik]

adjective

1. pertaining to biometry.

2. pertaining to, noting, or using a person's unique physical and other traits for the purposes of identification and security.

   a biometric system;

   biometric readers;

   a biometric passport.

biometric

/ ˌbaɪəʊˈmɛtrɪk /

adjective

1. 1. relating to the analysis of biological data using mathematical and statistical methods

   2. relating to digital scanning of the physiological or behavioural characteristics of individuals as a means of identification

      biometric fingerprinting

2. relating to the statistical calculation of the probable duration of human life

Word History and Origins

Origin of biometric¹

First recorded in 1875–80; bio- ( def. ) + metric ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

An archived government website for the OAW scheme, last updated at the start of this year, mentions a "rigorous" and "multi-layered" vetting process, which involved collecting biometric information such as fingerprints and photos from Afghans before they were allowed to enter the country.

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If the candidate passed that stage they may have been referred to a security check carried out by the US, which involved collecting biometric data from the applicant.

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But she said the agency should make a significant attempt to search for him, such as by using biometric data or his photo.

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The proposed program will use a new biometric kiosk system to verify identification before the traveler is permitted to pass through the TSA checkpoint, according to a notice posted on the Federal Register.

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“We’ve got a proprietary technology that takes in an unparalleled stack of biometric data and is able to use that data to drive the member journey,” Halevy says.

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