What does "consolidant" mean?

A substance applied to a material, such as rotten wood, to give it solidity and strength.

What is a synonym for "consolidant"?

Common synonyms include: woodwaxen.

adj, noun

adj, noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Noun

1
A substance applied to a material, such as rotten wood, to give it solidity and strength.

Adjective

1
Serving to unite or consolidate; having the quality of consolidating or making firm.

Latin consolidans, present participle of consolido (“I make firm”): compare French consolidant.