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    Gatillo (en. Trigger)

    /ɡaˈtiʎo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An element that, when activated, allows a weapon to fire.
    The trigger got stuck, and I couldn't shoot.
    El gatillo se atascó y no pude disparar.
    The point at which something begins to happen.
    Fear acted as the trigger that provoked his reaction.
    El miedo actuó como el gatillo que provocó su reacción.

    Etymology

    From the Latin *catillāre*, which means 'to cite' or 'to make happen'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To hit the trigger
    To react or act quickly and precisely.
    dar en el gatillo
    To pull the trigger
    To stop something before it starts.
    matar el gatillo
    To be the trigger of
    To be the main cause of an action.
    ser el gatillo de

    Related Words

    Weapon
    Instrument used to cause harm or defense.
    arma
    Shot
    The action of releasing a projectile.
    disparo
    Reaction
    Response to a stimulus.
    reacción

    Slang Meanings

    Quick or sudden action.
    He shot out like a trigger, without thinking about the consequences.
    Salió como un gatillo, sin pensar en las consecuencias.
    To be alert or ready to act.
    He's always with the trigger ready for any unforeseen events.
    Siempre está con el gatillo listo para cualquier imprevisto.