consolidate
This term conveys a sense of strengthening through unification. It is frequently used in corporate or political contexts to describe the process of streamlining operations or securing authority to prevent fragmentation or challenge.
In financial contexts, it specifically refers to the strategic merging of liabilities to simplify repayment. When used in a geological or physical sense, it describes the transition from a loose or fluid state to a dense, solid mass.
Meanings
To combine several things into a single, more effective or coherent whole.
The company decided to consolidate its various departments into one central office.
To make a position, power, or lead stronger and more secure.
The new prime minister took immediate steps to consolidate his power within the party.
Phrasal Verbs
consolidate into
to combine multiple elements to form a single, unified entity
The small regional banks were consolidated into one national institution.