Definitions

1. noun

a person, especially a child, who uses a device to swipe a credit or debit card without permission.

“The store employee recognized the swiper from the security footage.”

2. verb

to move or cause something to move with a swift, sweeping motion, especially with a card or a device.

“She swiped her card to pay for the groceries.”

3. verb

to remove or wipe out something, especially in a casual or careless manner.

“He swiped his hand across the table, knocking over the cup.”