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factors

|fac/tor/s|

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/ˈfæktərz/

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/ˈfæktəz/

(factor)

contributing element

Base FormPluralPresent3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'factor' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'factor,' where 'facere' meant 'to do or make.'

Historical Evolution

'factor' changed from the Latin word 'factor' and eventually became the modern English word 'factor.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'one who does or makes something,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an element contributing to a result.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

elements or components that contribute to a particular result or situation.

Several factors contributed to the success of the project.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45