Слово 固める

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

1) делать твёрдым, закреплять; 2) усиливать, укреплять; 3) укреплять; охранять, оборонять; 4) собирать (в кучу)