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In SQL 2008, the query and plan fingerprints are still tied to the DMV, which means that the aggregate stats for a fingerprint are associated with cached query plans.

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  1. noun An impression on a surface of the curves formed by the ridges on a fingertip, especially such an impression made in ink and used as a means of identification.
  2. noun A distinctive or identifying mark or characteristic: "the invisible fingerprint that's used on labels and packaging to sort out genuine products from counterfeits” (Gene G. Marcial).
  3. noun A DNA fingerprint.
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  • The structure of an eye pupil is as completely identifying as a fingerprint. —  103 - The Mindless Monsters
  • It is indeed surprising that after disputing the evidence, the accused never called their fingerprint expert to dispute Mngadi evidence.
  • The rest of the equipment in the room looks as if was lifted from the set of "CSI Miami" -- fingerprint brushes, microscopes, chemicals and camera tools are packed into the room. —  KeysNews.com -
  • Sony says vein authentication technology achieves higher accuracy and produces faster reads than other biometric authentication techniques, such as fingerprint or retinal scans. —  Medlogs - Recent stories
  • Mufin's designed to examine tracks strictly by sound fingerprint -- not by artist, not by track title, solely by what the tune presents the ears. —  Betanews
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