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contributory

Contributory (adj) means Of, pertaining to, or involving a contribution.

adj
1
Of, pertaining to, or involving a contribution.
2
Tending to contribute to a result.
3
Paying tribute, tributary.
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Etymology

From earlier contributary, from Middle English contributarie, from con- + tributarie after Middle French contributaire.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of contributory?

"contributory" (adj) means of, pertaining to, or involving a contribution.

What are the different meanings of contributory?

"contributory" has 3 main meanings: 1. Of, pertaining to, or involving a contribution; 2. Tending to contribute to a result; 3. Paying tribute, tributary.

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