consolidate

(adjective, verb)

adjective

1. (obsolete) Formed into a solid mass; made firm; consolidated.

verb

1. unite into one

- The companies consolidated

Definition categories: change, merge, unify, unite

2. make firm or secure; strengthen

- consolidate one's gains

- consolidate one's hold on first place

Definition categories: change, strengthen

3. bring together into a single whole or system

- The town and county schools are being consolidated

Definition categories: change, merge, unify, unite

4. form into a solid mass or whole

- The mud had consolidated overnight

Definition categories: change, solidify

5. make or form into a solid or hardened mass

- consolidate fibers into boards

Definition categories: change, solidify

Sentences with consolidate as a verb:

- He consolidated his luggage into a single large bag.