Definition of "Factor" :

noun: (genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity

"Genes were formerly called factors."

noun: an independent variable in statistics

noun: an abstract part of something

"A key factor in her success."

noun: anything that contributes causally to a result

"A number of factors determined the outcome."

noun: a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission

noun: any of the numbers (or symbols) that form a product when multiplied together

noun: one of two or more integers that can be exactly divided into another integer

"What are the 4 factors of 6?."

verb: resolve into factors

"A quantum computer can factor the number 15."

verb: consider as relevant when making a decision

"You must factor in the recent developments."

verb: be a contributing factor

"Make things factor into a company's profitability."