Meaning of tributary

Definition of tributary

(adj) (of a stream) flowing into a larger stream

paying tribute; "a tributary colony"

tending to bring about; being partly responsible for; "working conditions are not conducive to productivity"; "the seaport was a contributing factor in the growth of the city"; "a contributory factor"

(noun) a branch that flows into the main stream

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