Factor (noun)
definition:
(genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain
Synonyms
GeneFactor (noun)
definition:
an independent variable in statistics
Factor (noun)
definition:
an abstract part of something
Synonyms
ComponentFactor (noun)
definition:
anything that contributes causally to a result
example:
"a number of factors determined the outcome"
Factor (noun)
definition:
a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission
Factor (noun)
definition:
any of the numbers (or symbols) that form a product when multiplied together
Factor (noun)
definition:
one of two or more integers that can be exactly divided into another integer
example:
"what are the 4 factors of 6?"
Synonyms
DivisorFactor (verb)
definition:
resolve into factors
example:
"a quantum computer can factor the number 15"
Factor (verb)
definition:
consider as relevant when making a decision
example:
"You must factor in the recent developments"
Factor (verb)
definition:
be a contributing factor
example:
"make things factor into a company's profitability"
