Pelmatogram
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pelmatogram is a noun meaning (rare) An imprint of the sole or plantar surface of a foot, such as may be made by pressing an inked foot onto paper or a greased foot in plaster of Paris.
Meaning
(rare) An imprint of the sole or plantar surface of a foot, such as may be made by pressing an inked foot onto paper or a greased foot in plaster of Paris.
Example Sentences
In modern times, the only use I've heard for making a pelmatogram is for newborn babies, as a form of identification.
Word Forms
- pelmatograms
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include footprint, print, pawprint, sockprint, palmprint, gaitprint.
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