trigger pull

noun

1

a

or trigger squeeze : the pressure applied to a trigger to fire a firearm

b

: the weight in pounds that will cause complete movement of the trigger of a cocked firearm

2

: the mechanical linkage of trigger and other parts that directly fire the cartridge in a firearm

also : the movement of these parts

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