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Added 9 October 2026

contribution

/ˌkɒntɹɪˈbjuːʃən/ noun

In Latin: stips Wiktionary

noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about contribution at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

The effort contributed by a person in bringing about a result.
I am proud of my contribution in advancing the project
A voluntary gift (as of money or service or ideas) made to some worthwhile cause.
Act of giving in common with others for a common purpose especially to a charity.

Origin

From Middle English contribucioun, contribucion, from Old French contribution, from Latin contribūtiōnem, contribūtiō, from Latin contribuēre. By surface analysis, contribute + -ion.

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