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trigger-happy

trig·ger-hap·py

trigger-happy

 
pronunciation:
trI gr hae pi
features:
Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: (informal) ready to use force, esp. by firing a gun, at the slightest provocation, regardless of consequences.
definition 2: inclined to be impetuous and irresponsible no matter how grave the situation, esp. in advocating an action that could result in war.
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