In dreams, a troll often symbolizes hidden fears, insecurities, or feelings of being threatened. It may represent aspects of the subconscious that are lurking in the shadows, waiting to be acknowledged. Encountering a troll in a dream can indicate a confrontation with something unpleasant or daunting in waking life.

The nature of the troll—whether it is aggressive, mischievous, or benign—can pro...