solidifier
French → English
(physical) To solidify: to make or become hard or solid, as by cooling or drying
La lave commence à se solidifier en refroidissant au contact de l'air.
(English) The lava begins to solidify as it cools upon contact with the air.
Il faut attendre que le béton se solidifie avant de retirer les planches.
(English) One must wait for the concrete to solidify before removing the boards.
(metaphor) To consolidate: to make a position, relationship, or gain more secure
Cette victoire électorale va solidifier la position du premier ministre.
(English) This electoral victory will solidify the prime minister's position.
Ils ont signé un accord de partenariat pour solidifier leurs relations commerciales.
(English) They signed a partnership agreement to solidify their commercial relations.
Entry ID: fr:en:solidifier · Source: refined · Type: vocabulary