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Uncommontriggers
The correct spelling is triggers.
How to pronounce triggers
noun
Say it like: Tri-gje-rs
The correct spelling is triggers. A finger-operated lever used to fire a gun. For example: "Just pull the trigger."
Usage Examples
“Just pull the trigger.”
“Sleeping in an unfamiliar room can be a trigger for sleepwalking.”
“I can't watch that violent film. Blood is one of my triggers.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A finger-operated lever used to fire a gun.
- 2.A similar device used to activate any mechanism.
- 3.An event that initiates others, or incites a response.
- 4.A concept or image that upsets somebody.
- 5.An event, experience or other stimulus that initiates a traumatic memory or action in a person.
verb
- 1.To fire a weapon.
- 2.To initiate something.
- 3.To spark a response, especially a negative emotional response, in (someone).
- 4.To activate; to become active.
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