2trigger verb
triggers; triggered; trigger·ing [+ obj] 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. ▪ Certain foods trigger his headaches. ▪ The power outage was triggered by heavy rains.
▪ Smoke triggered the fire alarm.
b : to cause (a bomb) to explode
▪ The timer was set to trigger the bomb in exactly one hour.
▪ His remarks triggered a public outcry. ▪ Certain foods trigger his headaches. ▪ The power outage was triggered by heavy rains.
