IPA: /troʊl/
KK: /troʊl/
To move around in a carefree or aimless way, often while singing or having fun.
They decided to troll through the park, enjoying the sunny weather and singing songs.
Past: trolled
Past Participle: trolled
A mythical creature from Scandinavian stories, often depicted as living in caves or under bridges, and can be either friendly or mischievous.
In the story, the troll lived under the bridge and scared anyone who tried to cross.
To fish by pulling a baited line behind a moving boat, or to patrol an area in search of something or someone.
They decided to troll the lake for trout during their fishing trip.
Past: trolled
Past Participle: trolled
The word 'troll' originates from Old Norse 'troll', meaning a giant or a monster. In modern usage, it refers to a person who stirs up trouble or provokes others online, drawing from the mythical connotation of a creature that disrupts peace.
Imagine a giant or monster ('troll' from Old Norse) causing chaos — that's why a troll online is someone who stirs up trouble.