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The correct spelling is swop.

How to pronounce swop

verb

Say it like: Swo-p

The correct spelling is swop. To exchange or give (something) in an exchange (for something else). For example: "How much swap do you need?"

Usage Examples

How much swap do you need?

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To exchange or give (something) in an exchange (for something else).
  2. 2.To hit, to strike.
  3. 3.To beat the air, or ply the wings, with a sweeping motion or noise; to flap.
  4. 4.To descend or fall; to rush hastily or violently.

noun

  1. 1.An exchange of two comparable things.
  2. 2.A financial derivative in which two parties agree to exchange one stream of cashflow against another stream.
  3. 3.Space available in a swap file for use as auxiliary memory.
  4. 4.A blow; a stroke.
  5. 5.A fusion of swing and hip-hop dance styles.

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