Meaning Of The Word Delayed action

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What's The Definition Of Delayed action?

delayed action
A delayed action mechanism causes a delay on the device it is fitted to, so that it does not work as soon as you switch it on or operate it.

delayed action in British English
noun: a device for operating a mechanism, such as a camera shutter, a short time after setting

delayed-action in American English
adjective: exploding some time after hitting the target

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