contributor

/kənˈtɹɪb.jə.tɚ/

KƏNTɹꞮB · jə · tɚ (3 syllables)

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Definition

A benefactor; someone who donates to charity or some cause.

Etymology

From Anglo-Norman contributour (from Latin contribuō); equivalent to contribute + -or.

Example Sentences

  • "I am a longstanding financial contributor to Amnesty International."
  • "He was a regular contributor to Greenpeace protests."
  • "The nation lost two major contributors to the cause of human rights in the murders of Mayor George Moscone and Supervisor Harvey Milk on Nov. 27."
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