factors
nounUK /ˈfæk.təz/
US /ˈfæk.tɚz/
Things that help make something happen.
Rain and sunshine are important factors for plants to grow.
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2. Numbers that you multiply together to get another number.
The factors of 12 are 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 12.
3. People who do a job or activity for someone else.
The factory hired more workers and other factors to help with the order.
4. Things that affect a situation or result.
Weather and traffic were key factors in the delay.