Scroll (Noun)
Meaning 1
A round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals).
Classification
Nouns denoting two and three dimensional shapes.
Examples
- The carpenter carefully carved a wooden decorative scroll to adorn the furniture piece.
- Fresh green leaves formed a delicate scroll pattern on the stem of the cyclamen.
- The flower's intricate design featured numerous tightly packed petals in a scroll shape.
- Nature enthusiasts gathered to admire the beautiful scroll created by the curled foliage.
- Artisans in the village were famous for designing precious metalwork featuring intricate scroll motifs.
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Meaning 2
A document that can be rolled up (as for storage).
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The ancient text was written on a scroll made of papyrus.
- She carefully unrolled the scroll to reveal the intricate artwork within.
- The historian delicately handled the fragile scroll, taking care not to damage it.
- The attorney reviewed the scroll containing the original deed to the property.
- The Buddhist monk carried a sacred scroll to the monastery for safekeeping.