English / word
consolidation
noun C1MEANING IN ENGLISH
The process of making something stronger or more solid; specifically, the biological process of stabilizing a memory trace after acquisition.
In context
01
Sleep plays a key role in memory consolidation.
02
The consolidation of companies led to a more efficient business structure.
Synonyms
strengthening,solidification,reinforcement
Antonyms
weakening,fragmentation,dissolution
Collocations
memory consolidation,consolidation process,synaptic consolidation