Illustration of scroll
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a
: something resembling a scroll in shape
especially
: a spiral or convoluted form in ornamental design derived from the curves of a loosely or partly rolled parchment scroll
b
: the curved head of a bowed stringed musical instrument see violin illustration
scrolled; scrolling; scrolls
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: to move text or graphics up or down or across a display screen as if by unrolling a scroll
2
: to progress, move, or be revealed as if by the unrolling of a scroll
watch scenery scroll by large picture windows—
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: to cause (text or graphics on a display screen) to move in scrolling
Examples of scroll in a Sentence
Noun
He read from the scroll.
a scarf with lovely green scrolls on it
Verb
You have to scroll the screen to see the bottom of the Web page.
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Noun
The Oxford scroll reflects a major breakthrough in the challenge, made possible due to the unique chemical composition of the scroll’s ink.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 6 Feb. 2025
Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors
A scroll through Ice-T's social media feed shows a mix of wisdom, selfies, and sweet moments with his wife, Coco Austin.
—Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025
Verb
Keep scrolling to get a pair of track pants inspired by Jennifer Lawrence now.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 16 Feb. 2025
Keep scrolling for more details on all the ways to watch NBC online.
—Claire Franken, TVLine, 16 Feb. 2025
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“Scroll.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scroll. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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scroll
1 of 2 noun1
: a roll of paper or animal skin that has been prepared as a writing surface
especially
: one on which something is written or engraved
2
: an ornament resembling a loosely or partly rolled scroll
scroll
2 of 2 verb
: to move (as text or graphics) up or down or across a display screen as if by unrolling a scroll
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