/ˌkɒntrɪˈbju:ʃn ||; ˌkɑntrəˈbjuʃən/noun [C] a contribution (to/toward sth) something that you give, especially money or help, or do together with other people 贡献，捐献（尤指钱或帮助）: If we all make a small contribution, we'll be able to buy Ray a good present. 如果我们大家都出一点钱，就能给雷买一件好的礼物。