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trigger-happy in WordNet English dictionary

adjective
  1. marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid
    "fierce loyalty"; "in a tearing rage"; "vehement dislike"; "violent passions"
    fierce  tearing  vehement  violent  trigger-happy 
  2. irresponsible in the use of firearms
    trigger-happy 
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trigger-happy in English Wiktionary

 
  1. (adjective) (idiom) Having a tendency or desire to shoot a firearm irresponsibly before adequately identifying the target.
  2. (adjective) (idiom) Inclined to behave recklessly, especially with machinery.
  3. (adjective) (idiom) Inclined to react excessively or violently at the slightest provocation.
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