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Meaning of scroll
The primary meaning of the word "scroll" is to move a mouse or other device to view different parts of a document or image on a computer screen, or to roll or unroll something, typically a document or a list.
Etymology of scroll
The word "scroll" originates from the Old French word "escrolle" or "escroule", which is derived from the Latin word "scrolla", meaning a strip of parchment.
Historically, scrolls were used as a writing material, with text written on one side of the parchment, which was then rolled up for storage or transport.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A scroll is a roll of paper or parchment, especially one with a written or printed document on it.
- To scroll means to move a mouse or other device to view different parts of a document or image on a computer screen.
- To scroll also means to roll or unroll something, typically a document or a list.
Usage Examples
- You can scroll through the document to find the relevant information.
- The ancient scroll was carefully unrolled to reveal the text.
- To view more options, scroll down the page.