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to swipe
01
to hit or strike something with a sweeping motion
02
make off with belongings of others
03
to move a finger or hand across a touchscreen, trackpad, or other touch-sensitive surface in order to perform an action or navigate a digital interface
04
to pass a card or object through a machine or device that reads the information encoded on it, usually by sliding it through a slot
Swipe
01
a sweeping stroke or blow
Example
The baseball player swiped at the ball with a powerful swing.
The boxer skillfully swiped at his opponent, landing a powerful blow to the body.
Frustrated with the mosquito, he swiped at it with a quick motion of his hand.
Fending off the attacker, she swiped her hand across his face, freeing herself.
The cat swiped at the dangling toy with its paw.