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gun trigger

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun gun trigger has 1 sense
  1. gun trigger, trigger - lever that activates the firing mechanism of a gun
    --1 is a kind of lever
    --1 is a part of gun
    --1 has particulars: hair trigger

Definitions from the Web

Gun Trigger

Description

A gun trigger refers to the mechanism on a firearm that, when pressed or pulled, releases the hammer or striker, initiating the firing sequence.

Senses and Usages

Noun - Firearm Component

In firearms, a gun trigger is a lever or button that, when activated, causes the weapon to discharge. It is an essential component of the firing mechanism.

Example: The gun trigger on the rifle felt smooth and responsive.

Verb - Initiate or Cause

The term "gun trigger" can also be used metaphorically to represent an action that initiates or causes a particular event or reaction.

Example: Their propaganda triggered an intense public outcry.

Adjective - Easily Provoked

As an adjective, "trigger" can describe a person who is easily provoked, especially regarding a specific topic or situation.

Example: He's a trigger individual, so be careful not to mention politics around him.

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