trigger word en · NOUN
Meanings
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A word or phrase that elicits a strong emotional or psychological reaction based on an individual's past experiences, particularly related to trauma or a mental health condition.
The former term, though feebly justified later in the text, stands as a historical trigger word of high emotional impact.
1932, Religion in Life, number 39, page 136:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| trigger words | Number=Plur | lexicographic |