Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary
attribute (noun)1.
an inherent characteristic , also an accidental quality
2.
an object closely associated with or belonging to a specific person, thing, or office - a scepter is the attribute of power , especially such an object used for identification in painting or sculpture
3.
a word ascribing a quality , especially - adjective quality
transitive verb
1.
to explain by indicating a cause - attributed his success to his coach
2.
a) to regard as a characteristic of a person or thing
b) to reckon as made or originated in an indicated fashion - attributed the invention to a Russian
c) - classify designate ascribe
Definition of "Attribute" by Chat GPT: An attribute is a characteristic or quality that describes an object, entity, or concept. In data modeling and database management, attributes represent specific pieces of information or data that define an entity's properties or features. In programming, attributes can also be used to add metadata or additional information to code elements.
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