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Triggers

A finger-operated lever used to fire a gun.

📖 Definitions of "Triggers"

noun
  1. 1

    A finger-operated lever used to fire a gun.

    "Just pull the trigger."

  2. 2

    A similar device used to activate any mechanism.

  3. 3

    An event that initiates others, or incites a response.

    "Sleeping in an unfamiliar room can be a trigger for sleepwalking."

  4. 4

    A concept or image that upsets somebody.

    "I can't watch that violent film. Blood is one of my triggers."

verb
  1. 1

    To fire a weapon.

  2. 2

    To initiate something.

    "The controversial article triggered a deluge of angry letters from readers."

  3. 3

    To spark a response, especially a negative emotional response, in (someone).

    "This story contains a rape scene and may be triggering for rape victims."

  4. 4

    To activate; to become active.

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