Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

swipe-left

verb
/swaɪp lɛft/
Definition
The action of sliding a finger across a touchscreen to the left, typically to reject or dismiss something, especially in dating apps.
Examples
  • When I saw his profile, I just knew I had to swipe-left to find someone more compatible.
  • Many users rely on the swipe-left feature to quickly filter out matches they are not interested in.
Meaning
Swipe-left is commonly used in the context of mobile applications, particularly in dating apps, where users can indicate disinterest in a profile by swiping left.
Synonyms
  • dismiss
  • reject
  • decline