The trigger
Example: The trigger initiates a specific system response
Definition
"The trigger" is a noun referring to a mechanism or event that initiates or causes a specific action or response, often in systems, devices, or processes. For example, the trigger initiates a specific system response when activated.
Etymology
The phrase "the trigger" originates from the Old French word 'trique,' meaning a small bar or lever. It was adopted into English to describe the part of a firearm that activates the firing mechanism. Over time, "the trigger" expanded metaphorically to mean anything that causes an event or reaction.
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"The trigger" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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