cause
//kɔːz//
Noun
causeSingular
causesPlural
1
A person, thing, or event that makes something happen or produces an effect.
The main cause of the accident was bad weather.
2
A principle, aim, or movement to which one is committed and which one is prepared to defend or advocate.
She devoted her life to fighting for the cause of human rights.
3
A reason or justification for something.
There is no cause for concern.
Verb
causeInfinitive
causePresent tense
causedPast tense
causedPast participle
causingPresent participle
causesThird-person singular
1
To make something happen; to bring about or produce an effect or result.
The heavy rain caused flooding in the city.