Толковый словарь английского языка Oxford English Reference - consistency
Consistency
consistency
n. (also consistence) (pl. -ies or -es) 1 the degree of density, firmness, or viscosity, esp. of thick liquids. 2 the state of being consistent; conformity with other or earlier attitudes, practice, etc. 3 the state or quality of holding or sticking together and retaining shape. Etymology: F consistence or LL consistentia (as consist) CONSISTENT adj. (usu. foll. by with) 1 compatible or in harmony; not contradictory. 2 (of a person) constant to the same principles of thought or action. Derivatives consistently adv. Etymology: L consistere (as consist)
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noun (plural -cies) Date: 1594 1. condition of adhering together ; firmness of material substance, firmness of constitution or character ; persistency, degree of firmness, density, viscosity, or resistance to movement or separation of constituent particles , 3. agreement or harmony of parts or features to one another or a whole ; correspondence, harmony of conduct or practice with profession ...Толковый словарь английского языка
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