Definition

To move text or images on a screen up, down, or sideways, usually by using a mouse or touchpad.

Example

I scrolled through the website to find the information I needed.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see that new article online?

Yeah, I had to scroll for a while to find it.

I know, right? Sometimes it feels like you have to scroll forever.

Exactly! But it was worth it for the information.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A long piece of material, like paper or parchment, that is rolled up and used for writing or displaying information.

Example

The ancient scroll contained important historical records.

Conversation

Have you seen that ancient scroll in the museum?

Yes, I did! It's fascinating how they used to write on those.

I wonder what kind of stories were written on that scroll.

Definition

To move text or images on a screen up, down, or sideways so that new content appears as old content disappears.

Example

I need to scroll through the document to find the information I need.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see that article about the new game?

Yeah, I had to scroll through so much text to find the details.

I know, right? Sometimes it feels like a workout just to read it.

Root Explanation

Scroll → The word originates from the Latin 'scrobulus' (meaning a little roll), which is derived from 'scrobare' (meaning to scratch or write). A scroll refers to a roll of parchment or paper used for writing or recording information.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'little roll' ('scrobulus') of paper that you can unroll to read what's written on it. This helps you remember that a scroll is a rolled-up document.

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