Biometry
the calculation of the probable duration of human life.
biometrics (def 1).
Historical Examples
Applied Eugenics Paul Popenoe and Roswell Hill Johnson
Applied Eugenics Paul Popenoe and Roswell Hill Johnson
noun (functioning as sing)
the analysis of biological data using mathematical and statistical methods
the practice of digitally scanning the physiological or behavioural characteristics of individuals as a means of identification
the statistical calculation of the probable duration of human life
n.
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