fixing

noun

fix·​ing ˈfik-siŋ 

1

: the act or process of one that fixes

2

plural fixings ˈfik-siŋz 

often -sənz

: customary accompaniments : trimmings

a turkey dinner with all the fixings

Examples of fixing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Nepali climbers are now the ones overseeing the securing of the routes up the mountain, and the fixing of the rope lines that help clients navigate the most difficult sections. —Helen Regan, CNN Money, 30 May 2026

For a night out, head to Pappy and Harriet’s (one of the filming spots that welcomed Aubrey Plaza and Elizabeth Olsen in Ingrid Goes West) to enjoy dancing to live music or a BBQ spread with all the fixings. —Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 28 May 2026

Secure original buckle fixing also helps keep the mats stable during use, reducing sliding and helping avoid interference with the gas or brake pedals. —New Atlas, 26 May 2026

Serve the toppings on the side so that everyone at the table can create their own concoction with beefy, cheesy casserole and taco fixings to their liking. —Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 22 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing fixing

• fixing her hopes/sights
• nitrogen-fixing
• price-fixing

Rhymes for fixing

• mixing
• affixing
• intermixing

Kids Definition

fixing

noun

fix·​ing ˈfik-sing 

sense 2 is often -sənz

1

: a putting in permanent form

2

plural : something that decorates or completes

turkey with all the fixings