consolidate vs consolidation

consolidate is not a noun while consolidation is a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
consolidate	No	No	Yes	No
consolidation	Yes	No	No	No

consolidate (noun)	consolidation (noun)
	the act of combining into an integral whole
	combining into a solid mass
	something that has consolidated into a compact mass

consolidate (verb)	consolidation (verb)
unite into one
bring together into a single whole or system
make firm or secure; strengthen
make or form into a solid or hardened mass
form into a solid mass or whole