Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Imprinting.
Imprinting - as a noun
A learning process in early life whereby species specific patterns of behavior are established
Imprinting - as a verb
To leave a print, impression, image, etc.
Example: "For a fee, they can imprint the envelopes with a monogram."
To learn something indelibly at a particular stage of life, such as who one's parents are.
To mark a gene as being from a particular parent so that only one of the two copies of the gene is expressed.
Example Sentences
"The imprinting process occurs shortly after birth."
"Ducklings show a strong imprinting tendency towards the first moving object they see."
"Geese are known for their strong imprinting instincts."
"Maternal imprinting helps young animals recognize their mothers."
"The scientist studied the neural mechanisms underlying imprinting."
Word Game Points
Is IMPRINTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, imprinting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
IMPRINTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is IMPRINTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, imprinting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordIMPRINTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is IMPRINTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, imprinting is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordIMPRINTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
