swipe

[swaɪp]

swipe Definition

  • 1to move a finger or an object across a touchscreen or other digital device to activate a function
  • 2to steal something quickly
  • 3to criticize someone or something harshly

Using swipe: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "swipe" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    You can swipe left or right to switch between apps.

  • Example

    Someone swiped my wallet while I wasn't looking.

  • Example

    The critic swiped the movie for its poor acting and plot.

  • Example

    She swiped at the mosquito buzzing around her head.

swipe Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using swipe

  • to criticize or attack someone or something

    Example

    The politician took a swipe at his opponent's policies during the debate.

  • to reject someone or something, especially on a dating app, by swiping left on a touchscreen or clicking on a button

    Example

    I swiped left on her profile because she didn't seem like my type.

  • to make someone feel very attracted to you or impressed by you

    Example

    He swiped her off her feet with his charming personality and good looks.

Phrases with swipe

  • a plastic card with a magnetic strip that is used to gain access to a building or room, or to record attendance or payment

    Example

    Make sure you bring your swipe card to enter the building.

  • a charge imposed by a bank or credit card company on a merchant for accepting payment by credit card

    Example

    The swipe fee for each transaction is 2.5% of the total amount charged.

  • to indicate interest in someone or something, especially on a dating app, by swiping right on a touchscreen or clicking on a button

    Example

    I swiped right on his profile because he seemed like a nice guy.

Origins of swipe

originally meant 'to strike with a sweeping blow', from Old English 'swipian'

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Summary: swipe in Brief

The verb 'swipe' [swaɪp] has three main meanings: to move a finger or object across a touchscreen or digital device, to steal something quickly, and to criticize someone or something harshly. It can also be used in phrases like 'swipe card' and idioms like 'take a swipe at.' 'Swipe right' and 'swipe left' are popular phrases in dating apps, indicating interest or rejection.

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