adj. having to do with the face
Almost everyone has different facial features.
geometry
n. a type of math that deals with points, lines, angles, surfaces, shapes, and sizes
These computer programs record the geometry of the human face.
measure
v. to find the size, weight, amount, or speed of something
Facial geometry measures many things.
width
n. how wide something is
It measures the exact distance between the eyes, the size of the eyes, the width of the mouth and nose, and more.
individual
adj. related to just one member or part of a larger group
Together, these measurements make a person’s individual profile.
identify
v. to pick out or select
For example, facial recognition programs can identify people in a crowd.
crowd
n. a large group of people
For example, facial recognition programs can identify people in a crowd.
feature
n. a part of something that makes it special
Almost everyone has different facial features.
analyze
v. to study something in a systematic and careful way
We see and analyze the space between a person’s eyes, the shape of their nose, and other different sizes and shapes on a person’s face.
space
n. an empty area that is available to be used
We see and analyze the space between a person’s eyes, the shape of their nose, and other different sizes and shapes on a person’s face.
shape
n. the physical form of something made by the line around its outer edge
We see and analyze the space between a person’s eyes, the shape of their nose, and other different sizes and shapes on a person’s face.
without
prep. not having, using, or doing something
Most people do this without really thinking about it.
recognition
n. identifying or verifying one’s identity
Facial recognition programs are used in many places, and they are very helpful.
helpful
adj. useful
Facial recognition programs are used in many places, and they are very helpful.
record
v. to write or store something on paper or a computer so that it can be used in the future
These computer programs record the geometry of the human face.