trolling
n. uncountablen. the act of posting mean or annoying comments online to upset people or start an argument. It is also a way of fishing by pulling a line behind a moving boat.
n. the practice of posting inflammatory or off-topic messages in an online community with the intent of provoking an emotional response. In a maritime context, refers to a method of fishing where one or more baited lines are drawn through the water behind a moving vessel.
Online trolling can be very hurtful to people.
The moderator banned several accounts for persistent trolling and harassment in the comments section.
Uncountable when referring to the online behavior; can be countable when referring to specific fishing trips or techniques.
He is a trollingHe is a trollLearners often confuse the action (trolling) with the person performing it (a troll).