definition of
stabilize

[1] #1 stabilize v. [stabilise] make stable and keep from fluctuating or put into an equilibrium; "The drug stabilized her blood pressure"; "stabilize prices". wn

[2] #2 stabilize v. [brace, steady, stabilise] support or hold steady and make steadfast, with or as if with a brace; "brace your elbows while working on the potter's wheel". wn

[3] #3 stabilize v. [stabilise] become stable or more stable; "The economy stabilized". wn