trigger off

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Verb (transitive) : To cause something to start or happen; to initiate a process or reaction. This verb describes the action of being the direct cause that sets a specific event, series of events, or emotional response into motion. Usage The verb "trigger off" is used with a direct object (the thing that is started). It often describes starting processes that are rapid, automatic, or...