contribute to
verb phraseUK /kənˈtrɪbjuːt tuː/
US /kənˈtrɪbjuːt tuː/
To give something to help make a thing happen or get better.
Everyone can contribute to keeping the classroom clean.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. To be one of the causes of something.
Eating too much sugar can contribute to tooth decay.
3. To give money or goods to a group or cause.
She contributes to a charity every month.
4. To write articles or content for a publication.
He contributes to the school newspaper.
5. To add to a total or amount.
Each player contributed to the team's score.