fixture

noun fix·ture \ ˈfiks-chər \

|Updated on: 17 Aug 2018

Examples: fixture in a Sentence

Definition of fixture

1 : the act or process of fixing : the state of being fixed

2 a : something that is fixed or attached (as to a building) as a permanent appendage or as a structural part

a plumbing fixture

b : a device for supporting work during machining

c : an item of movable property so incorporated into real property that it may be regarded as legally a part of it

3 : a familiar or invariably present element or feature in some particular setting; especially : a person long associated with a place or activity

4 : a settled date or time especially for a sporting or festive event; also : such an event especially as a regularly scheduled affair

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Examples of fixture in a Sentence

He's been a fixture in the parade for many years.
She hopes the new educational program will become a permanent fixture at the zoo.

Recent Examples of fixture from the Web

Mimir Chamber Music Festival This event is a summer fixture in Fort Worth.

— sandy guerra-cline, star-telegram, "The DFW top 10: Rockin' the River keeps the fireworks going," 3 July 2018
Yet the subject tests remain a fixture in the admissions process for a certain set of students who want to keep their options open and are advised to take them by teachers in the know, experienced older siblings or, often, paid consultants.

— nick anderson, Washington Post, "Fewer students are taking them. Few colleges require them. So why are SAT Subject Tests still needed?," 15 June 2018
In his later years, Mallory remained a fixture around the Indiana football program.

— zach osterman, Indianapolis Star, "Son: Former IU football coach Bill Mallory in hospice care after fall," 24 May 2018
At 35 years old, Alves remains a fixture in Tite’s starting lineup and key presence in the Brazil locker room, one with plenty of experience who can still perform at a high level.

— juan pimiento, chicagotribune.com, "Chicago Fire bounce back, Spurs find European relief and the best of the week in soccer," 10 May 2018
Although out of office for three years, Brewer remains a fixture of Arizona politics and her name identification remains high.

— ronald j. hansen, azcentral, "Jan Brewer aims to deliver Trump voters for Martha McSally in Arizona's Senate race," 9 May 2018
Thanks to the support of his wife, children, and colleagues, Roesel has been able to remain a fixture at Ryle since the school’s doors first opened.

— adam turer, Cincinnati.com, "Ryle coach Pat Roesel: 'It’s not just my 500 wins; it’s the program’s 500th win.'," 1 May 2018
The wife of the 41st President and the parent of the 43rd, Barbara remained a fixture in White House politics for decades, starting with her role as Second Lady during the 1980s under the Reagan administration.

— caroline picard, Good Housekeeping, "First Lady Barbara Bush Dies at Age 92," 17 Apr. 2018
But don't be surprised if Wills remains a fixture within the top offensive line unit even when Womack is given a clean bill of health.

— rainer sabin, AL.com, "Nick Saban: Alabama to experiment with O-Line," 21 Mar. 2018

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Origin and Etymology of fixture

alteration of earlier fixure (probably after mixture), going back to Middle English, "point of attachment," borrowed from Late Latin fīxūra "action of fixing, place where a nail is fixed," from Latin fīxus, past participle of fīgere "to drive in, insert, fasten" + -ūra -ure — more at ¹fix

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First Known Use: 1598

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fixture Synonyms

Synonyms

institution;

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FIXTURE Defined for English Language Learners

fixture

noun

Definition of fixture for English Language Learners

: something (such as a light, toilet, sink, etc.) that is attached to a house or building and that is not removed when the house or building is sold
: a person or thing that has been part of something or involved in something for a long time
sports : a game played at a particular time and place