Contributor
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kənˈtɹɪb.jə.tɚ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Contributor is a noun meaning A benefactor; someone who donates to charity or some cause.
Meaning
A benefactor; someone who donates to charity or some cause.
More Meanings
- A person who backs, supports or champions a cause, activity or institution.
- A person (or thing) instrumental in the creation or growth of something.
- A person who produces articles published in a newspaper, magazine, online publication, etc.
Example Sentences
Methane is a major contributor to global warming
He was a regular contributor to Greenpeace protests.
I am a longstanding financial contributor to Amnesty International.
William Safire has been a notable contributor to the op-ed pages of The New York Times for many years.
Word Forms
- contributors
- contributour
Synonyms for contributor
Depending on context, synonyms include subscriber.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include subscriber, benefactor, donor, giver, supporter, helper.
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Sources & Attribution
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