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Contribution

Kah-ntruh-BYOO-shuhn

/ˌkɑːntrʌˈbjuːʃʌn/

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contribution

Dictionary meaning

The part played by a person in bringing about a result.

Examples

  • I am proud of my contribution in advancing the project.
  • My contribution is coming out in the next issue.

Synonyms: part, share

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