gun trigger
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Definition
Noun: A small lever or device that, when pulled or pressed by a finger, initiates the firing sequence of a firearm, causing it to discharge a bullet.
Usage
The term "gun trigger" specifically refers to the component of a firearm. It is a countable noun. - He kept his finger off the gun trigger until he was ready to shoot. - The police officer examined the gun's trigger for fingerprints. - A light trigger pull makes the weapon easier to fire.
Advanced Usage
- "Hair trigger": A trigger set to operate with an extremely light touch or minimal pressure, often implying a heightened state of readiness or irritability.
- The negotiator knew the suspect was on a hair trigger.
- "To pull the trigger": Literally, to fire a gun. Figuratively, to make a final, decisive decision or to initiate a significant action.
- After months of research, they finally pulled the trigger and bought the house.
Variants and Related Words
- Trigger (noun/verb): The more common, shortened form. As a verb, it means to cause something to happen.
- The announcement triggered a sharp drop in stock prices.
- Trigger guard (noun): A protective loop surrounding the trigger to prevent accidental discharge.
- Trigger finger (noun): The finger (typically the index finger) used to pull a trigger; also, a medical condition involving tendon inflammation in that finger.
- Trigger mechanism (noun): The internal assembly that includes the trigger and related parts for firing.
Synonyms
- Firing lever
- Release
Related Phrases
- "Trigger-happy" (adjective): Inclined to shoot or use force hastily; quick to react aggressively.
- The film portrayed the character as a trigger-happy cowboy.
- "Squeeze the trigger": The proper technique of applying steady, gradual pressure to fire a gun accurately.
- Remember to breathe out and squeeze the trigger smoothly.
Noun
- lever that activates the firing mechanism of a gun