plural fixtures
1
: 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
—usually plural
bathroom fixtures
lighting fixtures
2
: a person or thing that has been part of something or involved in something for a long time
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.
3
British, sports
: a game played at a particular time and place
I attended all their home fixtures [=(US) games] last year.
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“Fixture.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/fixture. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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