solidare

to make solid

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Several separate thin cords converge into one tightly twisted, substantially thicker rope, showing separate parts combined into a stronger whole.

verb

consolidate

kun-SOL-ih-dayt/kənˈsɑːlɪdeɪt/

To bring parts together into a stronger unified whole.

Etymology

conLatinwith, together; sometimes thoroughly

+solidateLatinto make solid

“Together” and “make solid” give the image of separate parts becoming one firm body. That image connects combining things with making the resulting whole stronger.

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