Contributor Meaning
/kənˈtɹɪb.jə.tɚ/Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA benefactor; someone who donates to charity or some cause.
nounA person who backs, supports or champions a cause, activity or institution.
Sentence Examples
Urban sprawl is said to be a major contributor to global warming.
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A regular contributor to this magazine
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The magazine's main ____ writes a weekly column on climate science.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Urban sprawl is said to be a major ____ to global warming.
Word Origin & History
From Anglo-Norman contributour (from Latin contribuō); equivalent to contribute + -or.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"The nation lost two major contributors to the cause of human rights in the murders of Mayor George Moscone and Supervisor Harvey Milk on Nov. 27."
— 1978 December 9, George Mendenhall, “Harvey Milk, Mayor Moscone Slain in Shooting”, in Gay Community News, volume 6, number 20, page 1:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The magazine's main ____ writes a weekly column on climate science.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Urban sprawl is said to be a major ____ to global warming.