touch off

1. (idiomatic, transitive) To start (something); to set off traps; especially used for unstable situations that may magnify if disturbed.
2. (idiomatic, transitive) To cause a fire to start.
3. To establish a reference coordinate or datum, by moving the tool head to just touch the workpiece or machine bed.

Synonyms

trigger

spark

actuate

activate

initiate

set off

spark off

trigger off

trip

bring up

ignite

turn on

start

start up

switch on

launch

mount

reboot

set in motion

Translations

desencadear

αισθητοποιώ

actionner

déclencher

étincelle

partir

poursuivre

pousser

provoquer

attivare

innescare

scatenare

schetsen

activar

provocar