noun
- the measurement and analysis of unique physical or behavioral characteristics (such as fingerprints, voice patterns, or facial features) especially as a means of verifying personal identity
Usage: technical; often used in security contexts
Examples
- The new smartphone uses biometrics to unlock the device with your fingerprint.
- Airport security systems rely on biometrics to verify travelers’ identities.
- The company implemented biometrics to control access to sensitive areas.
- Facial recognition is one of the most common forms of biometrics today.
- Banks are increasingly using biometrics to prevent fraud and identity theft.
- The biometrics scanner failed to recognize her fingerprint due to a small cut.