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k-uh-n-TRIB-yoot/kənˈtrɪbjuːt/

To contribute is to give your part — money, ideas, time, or work. Contribute to a project / to a discussion. Donate is mainly money or goods to charity. Contribution is the noun: make a contribution. A common error is “contribute in” — use to.

Meaning

To give something, such as money, help, or ideas.

Examples

• “Everyone contributed ideas to the project.”
• “Several factors contributed to the delay.”
• “Staff were asked to contribute to the report.”

Good to know

contribute to + noun. Noun: contribution. Charity money: donate.

Near in meaning

give

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