Definition: To set off an event or action.

Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look! You’ve got a very good question there, it’s quite astute, About the word “caused,” bearing lovely fruit. The dictionary tells you, "to set off an event," A chain reaction, a movement heaven-sent! Let's break that down in a rhythmic way, To really understand what 'caused' means today. "Caused" simply means why something came to be, Like dropping a pebble in a pond, you see? The ripple spreads, a wave so grand, Because the pebble caused it, across the land! Or think of a storm, dark and gray, The clouds and wind – they caused it to play! It's the reason behind, the trigger bright, That sets an action in motion, with all its might. So "caused" isn’t just a word, you see, It’s about connection - what brought things to be! Now, does that make sense? Any questions for me?