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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

trigger

/ˈtrɪɡər/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does trigger mean?

noun, verb

A trigger is a mechanism that activates a device or process, or a stimulus that sets off a reaction. In psychology, a trigger is a person, place, or thing that causes a strong emotional response.

Example

"The loud noise was the trigger that set off the fire alarm."

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