Troll: meaning, definitions and examples
๐น
troll
[ trษสl ]
online
A person who sows discord on the Internet by starting arguments or upsetting people, by posting inflammatory, extraneous, or off-topic messages in an online community.
Synonyms
flamer, provocateur, troublemaker
Examples of usage
- He's just a troll looking for attention.
- Don't feed the trolls by responding to their comments.
folklore
A mythical creature typically depicted as a large, ugly, and mischievous being, often living under a bridge or in the forest.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The troll demanded a toll from those who wanted to cross the bridge.
- The old stories tell of trolls lurking in the dark woods.
online
To post inflammatory, extraneous, or off-topic messages in an online community, with the primary intent of provoking readers into an emotional response.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He's just trying to troll you, don't take the bait.
- Stop trolling and contribute something meaningful to the discussion.
Translations
Translations of the word "troll" in other languages:
๐ต๐น trolar
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคฐเฅเคฒ
๐ฉ๐ช Troll
๐ฎ๐ฉ troll
๐บ๐ฆ ััะพะปั
๐ต๐ฑ troll
๐ฏ๐ต ใใญใผใซ
๐ซ๐ท troll
๐ช๐ธ trol
๐น๐ท troll
๐ฐ๐ท ํธ๋กค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุชุฑูู
๐จ๐ฟ troll
๐ธ๐ฐ troll
๐จ๐ณ ๅทจ้ญ
๐ธ๐ฎ trol
๐ฎ๐ธ trรถll
๐ฐ๐ฟ ััะพะปะปั
๐ฌ๐ช แขแ แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ trol
๐ฒ๐ฝ trol
Word origin
The word 'troll' has a rich history rooted in Scandinavian folklore. In Old Norse, 'troll' referred to a supernatural being or monster. Over time, the term evolved to describe various mythical creatures in different cultures. In the context of the internet, 'troll' took on a new meaning as someone who deliberately stirs up trouble or harasses others online. The use of 'troll' in online communities became widespread in the late 20th century, gaining popularity as a term for disruptive or provocative online behavior.