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TRIGGERING

(noun, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Triggering.

Triggering - as a noun

Lever that activates the firing mechanism of a gun

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gun trigger
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
lever
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A device that activates or releases or causes something to happen

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
device
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An act that sets in motion some course of events

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inductioninitiation
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
causationcausing
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Triggering - as a verb

Put in motion or move to act

Example: "Trigger a reaction"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
activateactuateset offsparkspark offtouch offtrigger offtrip

Release or pull the trigger on

Example: "Trigger a gun"

Triggering - as an adjective

That triggers or initiates.

Example Sentences

"The triggering of the alarm caused a panic in the building."
"The triggering of memories from her childhood made her emotional."
"His triggering of the trap revealed his true intentions."
"The triggering of the car's airbags saved their lives in the accident."
"The triggering of the bomb explosion caused widespread destruction."
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Word Game Points

Is TRIGGERING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, triggering is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TRIGGERING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is TRIGGERING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, triggering is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TRIGGERING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is TRIGGERING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, triggering is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TRIGGERING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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