Meaning of the word federating in English

What does federating mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

federating

US /ˈfɛdəˌreɪtɪŋ/
UK /ˈfɛdəreɪtɪŋ/

Verb

to form into a single centralized unit, especially a state or country, by uniting smaller political units

Example:
The states are considering federating to create a stronger union.
The goal is to federate the various departments into a cohesive whole.