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contributory

con·trib·u·to·ry [ kən tríbbyə tàwree ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. helping something happen: partly responsible for something
Poor diet is often a contributory factor.

2. given in common with others: given along with others to a common fund or project

3. requiring employee to pay in part: describes an insurance or retirement plan in which the employee shares the cost of the premiums with the employer



noun  (plural con·trib·u·to·ries)
Definition:
 
somebody who makes contribution: somebody who donates money or time

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