biometry

[bahy-om-i-tree] /baɪˈɒm ɪ tri/
noun
1.
the calculation of the probable duration of human life.
2.
biometrics (def 1).
Origin
1825-35; bio- + -metry
British Dictionary definitions for biometry

biometry

/baɪˈɒmɪtrɪ/
noun (functioning as sing)
1.
  1. the analysis of biological data using mathematical and statistical methods
  2. the practice of digitally scanning the physiological or behavioural characteristics of individuals as a means of identification
2.
the statistical calculation of the probable duration of human life
Derived Forms
biometrically, adverb
Word Origin and History for biometry
n.

see biometrics.

biometry in Medicine

biometry bi·om·e·try (bī-ŏm'ĭ-trē)
n.
The statistical analysis of biological data. Also called biometrics.