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consolidation

[/kənˌsɒlɪˈdeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: consolidações
consolidação
1. The action or process of combining or merging separate things into a single unified entity
The consolidation of the two companies created a stronger market presence.
A consolidação das duas empresas criou uma presença de mercado mais forte.
2. The strengthening or stabilizing of something, especially a position or relationship
The government focused on the consolidation of peace after the conflict.
O governo focou na consolidação da paz após o conflito.
3. In finance, the combining of financial statements or assets of multiple entities
The consolidation of subsidiary accounts is required for the annual report.
A consolidação das contas das subsidiárias é necessária para o relatório anual.
4. In geology or soil mechanics, the compression and settling of soil or sediment
Soil consolidation occurs over time as water is expelled from the sediment.
A consolidação do solo ocorre ao longo do tempo conforme a água é expulsa do sedimento.
Synonyms
mergercombinationunificationstrengtheningstabilization
Antonyms
separationdivisionfragmentationdissolution

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
consolidação
Standard usage in business and general contexts
São Paulo
consolidação
Commonly used in corporate and financial terminology
Portugal
consolidação
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

consolidation of power - consolidação do poder
debt consolidation - consolidação de dívidas
market consolidation - consolidação de mercado
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