(~s, consolidating, ~d)
1.
If you ~ something that you have, for example power or success, you strengthen it so that it becomes more effective or secure.
Brydon’s team-mate Martin Williamson ~d his lead in the National League when he won the latest round.
VERB: V n
2.
To ~ a number of small groups or firms means to make them into one large organization.
Judge Charles Schwartz is giving the state 60 days to disband and ~ Louisiana’s four higher education boards...
VERB: V n