consolidated

adjective

con·​sol·​i·​dat·​ed kən-ˈsä-lə-ˌdā-təd How to pronounce consolidated (audio)
1
: joined together into a coherent, compact, or unified whole
a consolidated balance sheet [=a balance sheet in which the assets and liabilities of a parent company and its subsidiaries are combined]
Ideally, the best building at the most central location becomes the consolidated school, but preferences of pastors and parishioners and local finances play an important role.Thomas J. Reese
These accounts collect proceeds from the sale of securities, pay interest, offer check writing and produce a consolidated monthly statement that includes a valuation of the portfolio.Robert D. Hershey, Jr.
2
: formed into a firm or solid mass
consolidated snow
The plinths or whaleback dunes are composed of laminated, very weakly consolidated sand …C. Vance Haynes, Jr.

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Here are three tips that have been proven to help build a more effective, consolidated solution stack. Chase Williams, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025 This and other local races — including for Aurora’s mayor, alderman at-large and several other ward aldermen — are set to be decided in the April 1 consolidated election. R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2025 Income-contingent repayment Direct subsidized, unsubsidized and consolidated loans are eligible for the income-contingent repayment plan. Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2025 Here's what to know The filing outlines the company's financial position, indicating total consolidated assets of approximately $603.0 million and shareholders' equity of approximately $245.6 million. Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 24 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for consolidated

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First Known Use

1753, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of consolidated was in 1753

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“Consolidated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/consolidated. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.

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