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trigger

pronunciation:: trI gr
parts of speech:: noun, verb
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part of speech:	noun
definition:	a small lever that when pressed or pulled causes a gun to fire.

part of speech:	verb
inflections:	triggers, triggering, triggered
definition:	to cause, begin, or set off. The little girl's accident triggered the kindness of strangers.
related words:	activate, discharge, initiate

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