trolls

Cultural  

1. In Norse mythology, repulsive dwarfs who lived in caves or other hidden places. They would steal children and property but hated noise. The troll in the children's story “The Three Billy Goats Gruff,” for example, lives under a bridge and is enraged when he hears the goats crossing the bridge.

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Example Sentences

Aiava, who reached a career-high singles ranking of 133 and last played doubles at the Australian Open in January, has often been the target for online trolls.

From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026

She also said she was fed up with the "relentless criticism" about her appearance from online trolls, but has urged others to ensure they use the proper regulated channels for health-related reasons only.

From BBC • Jan. 2, 2026

Luckily, while adolescent boys are those most vulnerable to predation from hateful trolls, they’re also the most open to correction.

From Slate • Dec. 5, 2025

She remains hopeful Melodee will be found safely, and tries to ignore the online trolls and internet crime sleuths who claim the girl is already dead.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 8, 2025

He makes up a game with trolls and lava that we play over and over.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison