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.
Origin of dermatoglyphics
1Other words from dermatoglyphics
- der·mat·o·glyph·ic, adjective
Words Nearby dermatoglyphics
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British Dictionary definitions for dermatoglyphics
dermatoglyphics
/ (ˌdɜːmətəʊˈɡlɪfɪks) /
pl n
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
Origin of dermatoglyphics
1C20: from dermato- + Greek gluphē a carving; see glyph
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