so·lid·i·fy
/səˈlɪdəˌfaɪ/ verb so·lid·i·fies; so·lid·i·fied; so·lid·i·fy·ing
1 : to make (something) solid or hard or to become solid or hard [
+ obj]
▪ Work is under way to solidify the concrete that supports the building. ▪ solidified lava [
no obj]
▪ Hot wax solidifies as it cools.
2 : to make (a plan, project, etc.) stronger and more certain or to become stronger and more certain [
+ obj]
▪ Recent findings helped to solidify our position. ▪ The international community is working to solidify its alliances. [
no obj]
▪ Their plans have solidified. — so·lid·i·fi·ca·tion
/səˌlɪdəfəˈkeɪʃən/ noun [
noncount]