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England contributes much more than any
other of the allies.

Addison.

Con*trib"ute, v. i.
1. To give a part to a common stock; to lend
assistance or aid, or give something, to a common purpose; to
have a share in any act or effect.

We are engaged in war; the secretary of state
calls upon the colonies to contribute.

Burke.

2. To give or use one's power or
influence for any object; to assist.

These men also contributed to obstruct the
progress of wisdom.

Goldsmith.

Con`tri*bu"tion (?), n. [L.
contributio: cf. F. contribution.]
1. The act of contributing.

2. That which is contributed; -- either
the portion which an individual furnishes to the common stock, or
the whole which is formed by the gifts of individuals.

A certain contribution for the poor saints
which are at jerusalem.


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