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swipe

|swipe|

/swaɪp/

sweeping motion

Etymology

Etymology Information

'swipe' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'swipen,' where 'swipen' meant 'to strike or sweep.'

Historical Evolution

'swipen' transformed into the modern English word 'swipe' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to strike or sweep,' but over time it evolved to include meanings like 'to steal' and 'to pass a card through a reader.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a sweeping blow or stroke.

He took a swipe at the ball.

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Verb 1

to strike or hit with a sweeping motion.

She swiped at the mosquito.

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Verb 2

to pass a card through a card reader.

Please swipe your card to enter.

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Verb 3

to steal or take something quickly.

Someone swiped my wallet.

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Last updated: 2025/01/12 11:44