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Definition of trolling - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
- Trolling can disrupt online communities.
2.
boat fishingTECH. fishing technique using baited lines behind a boatTECH.
- Trolling is popular among deep-sea fishermen.
Adjective
1.
- His trolling comments upset the entire forum.
2.
fishing techniqueTECH. related to fishing by trailing a baited lineTECH.
- The trolling method is effective for catching big fish.
Images of trolling
fishing technique using baited lines behind a boat
Expressions with trolling
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provoke others online with offensive messages
He likes to do some trolling on social media.
cause minor mischief online for amusement
They do a little trolling to entertain themselves.
engage in minor online provoking or annoying behavior
He likes to do a little bit of trolling on social media.
Origin of trolling
Scandinavian, troll (giant, monster)
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Examples of trolling in a sentence
Ignoring trolling is sometimes the best response. Trolling requires patience and skill. They spent the afternoon trolling for tuna. Her trolling behavior got her banned from the chat. The trolling posts were ignored by most users. Trolling equipment is essential for deep-sea fishing.
They used trolling techniques to catch more fish.
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- French:trolling, provocateur, ...
- German:Trollen, provokant, ...
- Italian:trolling, provocatorio, ...
- Spanish:trolling, provocador, ...
- Portuguese:trolling, provocador, ...
- Chinese:网络钓鱼, 挑衅的, ...
- Japanese:荒らし行為, 荒らしの, ...
- Arabic:تَطْفِيل, مُسْتَفِزّ, ...
- Hebrew:טְרוֹלִינְג, טְרוֹלִי, ...
- Russian:троллинг, троллинговый, ...
- Ukrainian:тролінг, тролінговий, ...
- Hindi:ट्रोलिंग, भड़काऊ, ...
Definition of troll - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
mythologysupernatural creature in folklore, often giant or dwarf
- The troll lived under the bridge.
2.
- The troll posted inflammatory comments on the forum.
3.
fishingTECH. method of fishing using a moving lineTECH.
- They used a troll to catch fish in the lake.
Verb
1.
- She trolled the forum with controversial opinions.
2.
- He was banned for trolling other users.
3.
fishingtr./intr. TECH. draw a baited line through watertr./intr. TECH.
- He loves to troll for fish in the lake.
Expressions with troll
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give attention to someone seeking negative reactions
By arguing, you only feed the troll.
group organized to manipulate opinions online
The troll farm spread false news during the election.
deliberately provoke or annoy people online
He loves to troll the internet by posting controversial comments.
welcoming or supportive of trolls
The forum became troll-friendly, allowing disruptive comments.
ignore someone who is seeking attention through negative behavior
She kept making rude remarks, but I knew to don't feed the troll.
entity abusing trademark law to get money from others
A trademark troll sued several companies for using common words.
Origin of troll
Scandinavian, troll (giant or demon)
Examples of troll in a sentence
The villagers feared the troll in the mountains. A notorious troll disrupted the online discussion. The troll's behavior led to stricter forum rules. The fisherman adjusted the troll for deeper waters. A troll was used to lure the fish closer. He trolled the chatroom to get a reaction.
They trolled the comments section with fake news. She was upset by strangers trolling her on social media. Trolling celebrities has become a common issue online. Fishermen often troll in the ocean for big catches. They decided to troll the river at dawn.
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- French:troll, troller, ...
- German:Troll, trollen, ...
- Italian:troll, trollare, ...
- Spanish:trol, provocar, ...
- Portuguese:troll, provocar, ...
- Chinese:巨魔, 挑衅, ...
- Japanese:トロール, 荒らす, ...
- Arabic:تْرولْ, اسْتَفَزَّ, ...
- Hebrew:טְרוֹל, לִטְרוֹל, ...
- Russian:тролль, троллить, ...
- Ukrainian:троль, тролити, ...
- Hindi:ट्रोल, उत्तेजित करना, ...
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