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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."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 action 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 text string that, when received by a player, will cause the player to execute a certain command.
11.nounA catch to hold the wheel of a carriage on a declivity.
12.verbTo fire a weapon.
13.verbTo initiate something."The controversial article triggered a deluge of angry letters from readers."
14.verbTo spark a response, especially a negative emotional response, in (someone)."This story contains a rape scene and may be triggering for rape victims."
15.verbTo activate; to become active.