JMdict: 1266570

固める 【かためる】

1. [v1,vt] to harden; to freeze; to strengthen; to solidify; to make (a fist); to tramp down (snow, dirt)
2. [v1,vt] to put together; to collect; to gather; to consolidate
3. [v1,vt] to make secure; to stabilize; to settle down; to strengthen (belief, resolution, etc.); to establish (evidence)
4. [v1,vt] to fortify; to reinforce; to support
5. [v1,vt] to wear for a specific purpose (armor, coat, etc.)
6. [v1,vt] to swear; to resolutely vow; to sincerely promise
7. [v1,vt] to tie tightly; to fasten
8. [v1,vt] to hold a bow fully drawn

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