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fix4 entries found for fix.To select an entry, click on it. Main Entry: 1fix Pronunciation: 'fiks Function: verb Etymology: Middle English, from Latin fixus, past participle of figere to fasten; akin to Lithuanian dygti to sprout, break through transitive verb 1 a : to make firm, stable, or stationary b : to give a permanent or final form to: as (1) : to change into a stable compound or available form <bacteria that fix nitrogen> (2) : to kill, harden, and preserve for microscopic study (3) : to make the image of (a photographic film) permanent by removing unused salts c : AFFIX, ATTACH 2 a : to hold or direct steadily <fixes his eyes on the horizon> b : to capture the attention of <fixed her with a stare> 3 a : to set or place definitely : ESTABLISH b : to make an accurate determination of : DISCOVER <fixing our location on the chart> c : ASSIGN <fix the blame> 4 : to set in order : ADJUST 5 : to get ready : PREPARE <fix lunch> 6 a : REPAIR, MEND <fix the clock> b : RESTORE, CURE <the doctor fixed him up> c : SPAY, CASTRATE 7 a : to get even with b : to influence the actions, outcome, or effect of by improper or illegal methods <the race had been fixed> intransitive verb 1 : to become firm, stable, or fixed 2 : to get set : be on the verge <we're fixing to leave soon> 3 : to direct one's attention or efforts : FOCUS; also : DECIDE, SETTLE -- usually used with on <had fixed on the first Saturday in June> synonym see FASTEN - fix·able
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