Definitions
1.NounA finger-operated lever used to fire a gun."Just pull the trigger."
2.NounA similar device used to activate any mechanism.
3.NounAn event that initiates others, or incites a response."Sleeping in an unfamiliar room can be a trigger for sleepwalking."
4.NounA concept or image that upsets somebody by sparking a negative emotional response."emotional trigger; I can't watch that violent film. Blood is one of my triggers."
5.NounAn event, experience or other stimulus that initiates a traumatic memory or a strong reaction in a person.
6.NounAn electronic transducer allowing a drum, cymbal, etc. to control an electronic drum unit or similar device.
7.NounA device that manually lengthens (or sometimes shortens) the slide or tubing of a brass instrument, allowing the pitch range to be altered while playing.
8.NounA pulse in an electronic circuit that initiates some component.
9.NounAn SQL procedure that may be initiated when a record is inserted, updated or deleted; typically used to maintain referential integrity.
10.NounA catch to hold the wheel of a carriage on a declivity.
11.NounAn argument whose semantic role determines the choice of a verbal affix, in certain Austronesian languages.
12.VerbTo fire (a weapon).
13.VerbTo cause, to precipitate, to bring (something) about in response or as a result."The controversial article triggered a deluge of angry letters from readers."
14.VerbTo spark a response, especially a negative emotional response, in (a person)."This story contains a rape scene and may be triggering for rape victims."
15.VerbTo activate; to become active.
16.Adjectivecomparative form of trig: more trig