Troll
/troʊl/noun
A mythical creature often depicted as a giant or monstrous figure in folklore.
Did you know?In Scandinavian folklore, trolls were often believed to be protectors of hidden treasures, luring humans into their lairs with enchanting songs.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
truzlą
“to stumble, to fall”
Old Norse
ON
troll
“a giant or monstrous being, often associated with magic or enchantment”
Middle English
ME
troll
“a creature from folklore, often depicted as a monstrous being or a trickster”
16th Century
English
troll
“to sing or chant in a round, possibly linked to the enchanting magic of trolls”
Modern English
English
troll
“to refer to a mythical creature or a person who provokes others online, reflecting its trickster nature”
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