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trigger
noun
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Divide trigger into syllables:

trig · ger

How to pronounce trigger:

Definition of trigger:

trigger (noun):
lever that activates the firing mechanism of a gun.
the part of the action moved by the finger to fire a gun
a piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it

Synonyms for trigger:

catalystpowerinstrumentalityministryimpetusinstigatorgunmachinerydrivervehicle
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Antonyms for trigger:

restricthurtforbidthwartdecreaseblockprohibitpreventhaltstop
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