Definition of consolidate verb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

consolidate

verb

kənˈsɒlɪdeɪt consolidate pronunciation American

kənˈsɑːlɪdeɪt

1 [transitive, intransitive] consolidate (something) to make a position of power or success stronger so that it is more likely to continueWith this new movie he has consolidated his position as the country's leading director.Italy consolidated their lead with a second goal.2 [transitive, intransitive] consolidate (something) (technical) to join things together into one; to be joined into oneAll the debts have been consolidated.consolidated accountsThe two companies consolidated for greater efficiency.consolidation

kənˌsɒlɪˈdeɪʃn consolidation pronunciation American

kənˌsɑːlɪˈdeɪʃn

noun [uncountable]the consolidation of powerthe consolidation of Japan's banking industry