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Definition of scrolling

scrolling

/ˈskroʊlɪŋ/
scroll · ing

Plural:scrollings
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Past Simple:scrolled
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Past Participle:scrolled
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Present Participle:scrolling
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scrolling Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The action of moving displayed text or graphics up, down, or across a digital screen in order to view different parts of a document or feed.

Example

"Endless scrolling on social media late at night can easily disrupt your sleep schedule."


2

Ornamental work or decoration consisting of spiral or convoluted lines resembling a partially unrolled scroll.

Example

"The stone columns were adorned with delicate scrolling carved by medieval masons."

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• verb

1

To move displayed text or images up, down, or across a computer or mobile screen to view different parts of them (present participle of scroll).

Example

"She was scrolling through old family photographs on her tablet when she found the picture."

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• adjective

1

Moving continuously across a screen or display.

Example

"A scrolling banner at the bottom of the television screen displayed the latest election results."


2

Curving or coiling like a scroll in decorative design.

Example

"The antique iron gate featured intricate scrolling foliage along its top border."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Scrolling. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/scrolling
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