Triggers meaning : A finger-operated lever used to fire a gun. A similar device used to activate any mechanism. An event that initiates others, or incites a response. A concept or image that upsets somebody. An event, experience or other stimulus that initiates a traumatic memory or action in a person. An electronic transducer allowing a drum, cymbal, etc. to control an electronic drum unit or similar device. A device that manually lengthens (or sometimes shortens) the slide or tubing of a brass instrument, allowing the pitch range to be altered while playing. A pulse in an electronic circuit that initiates some component. An SQL procedure that may be initiated when a record is inserted, updated or deleted; typically used to maintain referential integrity. A text string that, when received by a player, will cause the player to execute a certain command. A catch to hold the wheel of a carriage on a declivity. To fire a weapon. To initiate something. To spark a response, especially a negative emotional response, in (someone). To activate; to become active.