swipe
//swaɪp//
Verb
swipeInfinitive
swipePresent tense
swipedPast tense
swipedPast participle
swipingPresent participle
swipesThird-person singular
1
To move one's finger across a touchscreen in a sweeping motion to navigate or interact with content.
Swipe left to see the next photo.
2
To strike or hit with a sweeping motion.
The cat swiped at the toy with its paw.
3
To pass a card through an electronic reader to make a payment or gain access.
Please swipe your card to enter the building.
4
To steal something, typically in a quick or sneaky manner.
Someone swiped my wallet from my bag.
Noun
1
A sweeping stroke or blow.
The cat took a swipe at the dangling string.
2
A sliding motion of a finger across a touchscreen.
A single swipe to the left will delete the message.
3
A critical or mocking remark directed at someone.
She took a swipe at her rival during the interview.