factor in

Figure in, include as a basic element. For example, In preparing the schedule we factored in vacation and sick days. This term comes from mathematics. [Mid-1900s]

factor in

1. To take something into account; take something into consideration; figure something in: We factored sick days and vacations in when we prepared the work schedule. The boss factored in overtime when giving out bonuses.

2. To be taken into account or consideration; to be figured in: These observations are interesting, but they don't really factor in.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Tsubame	tsoo-bah-me	Japanese (Rare)
JerÔNimo	-	Portuguese (Brazilian)
Theophilos	-	Ancient Greek
Hedwig	['hedwig]
Kaan	-	Turkish
Saveliy	-	Russian