The Open Dictionary

contributory

形容词

UK/kənˈtrɪb.jə.tᵊr.i/
US/kənˈtrɪb.jə.tɔːr.i/

定义 contributory 形容词

  1. Relating to something to which one makes a contribution.

    • The company provides a retirement plan where both employees and employers contribute.

    • They are considering implementing a contributory healthcare system.

    • Membership in the association is contributory.

  2. Serving to cause or influence something to happen.

    • Excessive stress is a contributory factor to his poor health.

    • Air pollution is a contributory cause of respiratory illnesses in the city.

    • Poor eating habits are contributory to many health issues.