Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
touch-off
Verb
/tʌtʃ ɔf/
Definition
To start or trigger something, especially an event or reaction.
Examples
- The sudden loud noise managed to touch off a series of disturbances in the crowd.
- Her announcement touched off a wave of excitement among the team members.
- The spark touched off the gasoline, igniting a massive fire.
Meaning
To initiate a process or a response, often unexpectedly or suddenly.
Synonyms
- Initiate
- Trigger
- Set off
- Stimulate
