DERMATOGLYPHIC

dermatoglyphic

(noun) the lines that form patterns on the skin (especially on the fingertips and the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet)

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

dermatoglyphic (not comparable)

Relating to the study and subject matter of dermatoglyphics.

Source: Wiktionary



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