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   Trig·ger

   /ˈtriɡər/

   

   noun

   • 1. a small device that releases a spring or catch and so sets off a mechanism, especially in order to fire a gun: "he pulled the trigger of the shotgun"
   • ▪ an event or circumstance that is the cause of a particular action, process, or situation: "the trigger for the strike was the closure of a mine"

   verb

   • 1. cause (an event or situation) to happen or exist: "an allergy can be triggered by stress or overwork" Similar precipitateprompttrigger offset offspark (off)touch offstimulateprovokestir upfan the flames ofcausegive rise tolead toset in motionoccasionbe the cause ofbring aboutgenerateengenderbeginstartinitiateliterary:enkindle
   • ▪ cause (a device) to function. Similar activateset offset goingtrip
   • ▪ (of an event or situation) cause (someone) to do something: "the death of Helen's father triggered her to follow a childhood dream and become a falconer"
   • ▪ (especially of something read, seen, or heard) distress (someone), typically as a result of arousing feelings or memories associated with a particular traumatic experience: "she started crying and told me that my news had really triggered her"

   Word Origin early 17th century: from dialect tricker, from Dutch trekker, from trekken ‘to pull’.

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   How can I identify my triggers?

   • Triggers are sensory reminders that cause painful memories or certain symptoms to resurface. If you experienced a traumatic event, you likely remember certain sounds, smells, or sights related to that experience. Now, when you encounter these sensory reminders — known as “triggers” — you may get a feeling of anxiety, unease, or panic.

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   What are the different types of triggers?

   • There are many different types of triggers, but they can generally be divided into four categories: environmental, cognitive, emotional, and physical. Environmental triggers include sights, sounds, smells, and textures that remind someone of a traumatic event.

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   What are the uses of triggers?

   • One of the most common positive uses of triggers is in therapy. They can be used to help people stay on track with their goals and manage their emotions. Triggering can also be used as a motivational tool to help people achieve their goals. Example: A person who is trying to lose weight may use a trigger to remind them of their goal.

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   What are the causes of triggers?

   • Triggers are caused by dissociation. When someone experiences a traumatic event, they may dissociate from the experience to cope. This can lead to the formation of triggers as the person tries to make sense of what happened. Triggers are learned responses.

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3. dictionary.cambridge.org › learner-english › triggerTRIGGER | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   the part of a gun that you pull when you shoot. trigger noun [C] (CAUSE) an event or situation that makes something else happen: Stress can be a trigger for many illnesses. (Definition of trigger from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Translations of trigger. in Chinese (Traditional) 槍的部件, （槍的）扳機, 開始… See more.

4. www.dictionary.com › browse › triggerTrigger Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   to fire or explode (a gun, missile, etc.) by pulling a trigger or releasing a triggering device: He accidentally triggered his rifle. to set off a negative emotional reaction in (someone), as by evoking the memory of a traumatic experience, repeatedly raising a sensitive issue, etc.:

5. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › us › definitiontrigger verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage ...

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   /ˈtrɪɡə (r)/ /ˈtrɪɡər/ Verb Forms. trigger something (off) to make something happen suddenly synonym set off, set something off. Nuts can trigger off a violent allergic reaction. The incident triggered protests across the country. Extra Examples. Topics Change, cause and effect b2. Definitions on the go.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › learner-english › triggertrigger | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   to make something begin to happen: His arrest triggered mass protests. trigger. noun [ C ] uk / ˈtrɪɡə r/ us. trigger noun [C] (GUN) the part of a gun that you pull when you shoot. trigger noun [C] (CAUSE) an event or situation that makes something else happen: Stress can be a trigger for many illnesses.

7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › trigger_1trigger noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage ...

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   the part of a bomb that causes it to explode nuclear triggers. See trigger in the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Check pronunciation: trigger. Definition of trigger noun in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

8. www.britannica.com › dictionary › triggerTrigger Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary

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   Britannica Dictionary definition of TRIGGER. [+ object] 1. a : to cause (something, such as an alarm) to start functioning. Smoke triggered the fire alarm. b : to cause (a bomb) to explode. The timer was set to trigger the bomb in exactly one hour. 2. : to cause (something) to start or happen. His remarks triggered a public outcry.

9. www.oed.com › dictionary › trigger_vtrigger, v. meanings, etymology and more | Oxford English ...

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   What does the verb trigger mean? There are seven meanings listed in OED's entry for the verb trigger. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. trigger has developed meanings and uses in subjects including. gunnery and firearms (1900s) electronics (1920s) See meaning & use. How common is the verb trigger?