Consolidation (Noun)
Meaning 1
The act of combining into an integral whole; "a consolidation of two corporations"; "after their consolidation the two bills were passed unanimously"; "the defendants asked for a consolidation of the actions against them".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The merger of the two banks led to a consolidation of their assets and liabilities.
- The company underwent a consolidation of its various departments to improve efficiency.
- After their consolidation the two bills were passed unanimously by the legislative body.
- The consolidation of the small businesses allowed them to negotiate better deals with suppliers.
- The recent consolidation of the country's airline industry led to significant job losses and route cancellations.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
Related Words
Meaning 2
Combining into a solid mass.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- The mixture underwent a rapid consolidation, turning from a liquid to a solid within minutes.
- Through a process of heat and pressure, the company achieved consolidation of the raw materials into a strong, durable compound.
- After years of working with different elements, the scientist finally achieved consolidation of the different particles into a stable substance.
- The construction crew applied a specialized agent to the loose gravel, facilitating consolidation into a solid base for the new foundation.
- Researchers have long been fascinated by the process of consolidation in natural systems, where individual particles come together to form cohesive, rigid structures.
Hypernyms
Related Words
Meaning 3
Something that has consolidated into a compact mass; "he dropped the consolidation into the acid bath".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).