Sekirov Dictionary

trigger

UK /ˈtɹɪɡə/US /ˈtɹɪɡɚ/

verb4

  1. To fire (a weapon); to set off or trip (a mechanism or function of a device).
  2. to set something going, such as a strong reaction or a series of events
  3. To activate; to become active.
  4. (figurative) To spark a response, especially a negative emotional response, in (a person).

noun12

  1. A finger-operated lever used to fire a gun.
  2. A similar device used to activate any mechanism.
  3. An electronic transducer allowing a drum, cymbal, etc. to control an electronic drum unit or similar device.
  4. An event that initiates others, or incites a response.
  5. Something that triggers an ASMR response.
  6. A concept or image that upsets somebody by sparking a negative emotional response.
  7. An event, experience or other stimulus that initiates a traumatic memory or a strong reaction in a person.
  8. A pulse in an electronic circuit that initiates some component.
  9. An SQL procedure that may be initiated when a record is inserted, updated or deleted; typically used to maintain referential integrity.
  10. A device that manually lengthens (or sometimes shortens) the slide or tubing of a brass instrument, allowing the pitch range to be altered while playing.
  11. An argument whose semantic role determines the choice of a verbal affix, in certain Austronesian languages.
  12. (no longer used) A catch to hold the wheel of a carriage on a declivity.
forms

triggered · triggering · triggers

Phrases with trigger

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