swipe

> mweb swipe
2 words found.
Main Entry:     [^1]swipe
Pronunciation:  'swIp
Function:       noun
Etymology:      probably alteration of sweep
Date:   1739
1 : a strong sweeping blow
2 : a sharp often critical remark  
Main Entry:     [^2]swipe
Function:       verb
Inflected Form(s):      swiped; swip.ing
Date:   circa 1825
intransitive senses : to strike or move with a sweeping motion
transitive senses
1 : to strike or wipe with a sweeping motion
2 : STEAL, PILFER
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