Definition of fixative
: something that fixes or sets: such asa : a substance added to a perfume especially to prevent too rapid evaporationb : a substance used to fix living tissuec : a varnish used especially for the protection of drawings (as in pastel or charcoal)
fixative
adjectiveExplore Merriam-Webster
Circa 1859
First Known Use of fixative
circa 1859
Medical Dictionary
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noun
fix·a·tive
\ˈfik-sət-iv\
Medical Definition of fixative
: a substance used to fix living tissue
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