Biometrics
/ˌbaɪ.oʊˈmɛ.trɪks/
Definitions
- (n.) The measurement and statistical analysis of people’s unique physical and behavioral characteristics for identification and access control.
The company uses biometrics to verify employee identities before granting access to secure areas.
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- biometrics
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Commentary
In legal contexts, biometrics are often regulated due to privacy concerns and the sensitive nature of biometric data; ensure precise terminology distinguishing biometric data from biometric systems.
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