fixed

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\ ˈfikst

Definition of fixed

1a : securely placed or fastened : stationary

b(1) : nonvolatile

(2) : formed into a chemical compound

c(1) : not subject to change or fluctuation a fixed income

(2) : firmly set in the mind a fixed idea

(3) : having a final or crystallized form or character

(4) : recurring on the same date from year to year fixed holidays

d : immobile, concentrated a fixed stare

2 : supplied with something (such as money) needed comfortably fixed

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Other Words from fixed

fixedly \ ˈfik-səd-lē

, ˈfikst-lē \ adverb

fixedness \ ˈfik-səd-nəs

, ˈfiks(t)-nəs \ noun

Examples of fixed in a Sentence

a small mirror fixed to the wall That day remains fixed in my memory.

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