Consolidate

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /kÉ™nˈsÉ’lɪdeɪt/

Origin

Borrowing from la consolidātus, from the verb consolidō, from solidus ("solid").

Full definition of consolidate

Verb

1. (ambitransitive) To combine into a single unit; to group together or join.He consolidated his luggage into a single large bag.
2. To make stronger or more solid.

Related terms

• consolidation
• consolidator

Coordinate terms

• ( combine into a single unit) defragment

Adjective

1. (obsolete) Formed into a solid mass; made firm; consolidated.
• ElyotA gentleman learn to ride while he is tender and the brawns and sinews of his thighs not fully consolidate.----