Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

dermatoglyphics

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: 0.00 in modern English

Syllables: der-mato-glyph-ics
IPA

29

Scrabble Score

15

Letters

4

Syllables

15

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The patterns of loops, arches and whorls on the skin of the fingers and feet.

noun

The study of such patterns.

Example Sentences

"Dermatoglyphics is the study of the ridges and furrow patterns on the palms and on the soles of the feet."

Etymology

From dermato- + glyphics.

Derived Forms

dermatoglyphic paleodermatoglyphics

Phrases

integumentary pattern

Frequently Paired Words

adermatoglyphia integumentary pattern

Questions

What does dermatoglyphics mean?: The patterns of loops, arches and whorls on the skin of the fingers and feet.
Where does dermatoglyphics come from?: From dermato- + glyphics.

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