definition of
contribute

[1] #1 contribute v. [lend, impart, bestow, add, bring] bestow a quality on; "Her presence lends a certain cachet to the company"; "The music added a lot to the play"; "She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings"; "This adds a light note to the program". wn

[2] #2 contribute v. [give, chip in, kick in] contribute to some cause; "I gave at the office". wn

[3] #3 contribute v. [lead, conduce] be conducive to; "The use of computers in the classroom lead to better writing". wn

[4] #4 contribute v. [put up] provide; "The city has to put up half the required amount". wn