noun Uncommon

scrolling

SKROH-lihng

Scrolling (noun) means the continuous movement of content up, down, or across a screen. Example: “Infinite scrolling keeps users on the app longer.”

noun

The continuous movement of content up, down, or across a screen.

"Infinite scrolling keeps users on the app longer."

(informal) The habit of endlessly browsing a social media feed.

"She cut down on late-night scrolling to sleep better."

How to use scrolling

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMoving through content on a screen, or the habit of endlessly browsing social feeds.

Common pairings

endless scrolling doom-scrolling smooth scrolling

Word forms

scrollings plural

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Rhymes for scrolling

polling rolling tolling trolling strolling patrolling controlling

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Frequently asked questions

What does “scrolling” mean?

The word “scrolling” means the continuous movement of content up, down, or across a screen. In plain terms, moving through content on a screen, or the habit of endlessly browsing social feeds.

How do you pronounce “scrolling”?

“Scrolling” is pronounced SKROH-lihng (/ˈskɹoʊlɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “scrolling” in a sentence?

Here is “scrolling” used in a sentence: “Infinite scrolling keeps users on the app longer.”

What part of speech is “scrolling”?

“Scrolling” is a noun.

Is “scrolling” a common word?

“Scrolling” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “scrolling” have?

“Scrolling” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the continuous movement of content up, down, or across a screen.