ALL meanings of contributing
con·trib·ute
C c - verb with object contributing to give (money, time, knowledge, assistance, etc.) to a common supply, fund, etc., as for charitable purposes. 1
- verb with object contributing to furnish (an original written work, drawing, etc.) for publication: to contribute stories to a magazine. 1
- verb without object contributing to give (money, food, etc.) to a common supply, fund, etc.: He contributes to many charities. 1
- verb without object contributing to furnish works for publication: He contributed to many magazines. 1
- idioms contributing contribute to, to be an important factor in; help to cause: A sudden downpour contributed to the traffic jam. 1
- noun contributing Present participle of contribute. 1