noun
- Mathematics) the resolution of an entity into factors such that when multiplied together they give the original entity.
- synonyms: factorization, factorisation
verb
- Resolve into factors.
- usage: "a quantum computer can factor the number 15"
- synonyms: factor, factor in, factor out
- Be a contributing factor.
- usage: "make things factor into a company's profitability"
- synonyms: factor
- Consider as relevant when making a decision.
- usage: "You must factor in the recent developments"
- synonyms: factor, factor in, factor out
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