fixings US
ˈfɪksɪŋz
See also: trimmings (UK)
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Definition of fixings - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun, plural

1.
accessoriesUSaccessories that accompany an activityUS
  • The picnic had all the fixings for a fun day.
gear kit paraphernalia
2.
food accompanimentsUSadditional items provided with a main dishUS
  • The burger came with all the fixings like lettuce and tomatoes.
trimmings
3.
constructionRareUSitems like nails and screws for assemblyRareUS
  • You'll need some fixings to put the shelf together.
hardware
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Images of fixings

  • fixings: additional items provided with a main dish
    additional items provided with a main dish
  • fixings: items like nails and screws for assembly
    items like nails and screws for assembly

Origin of fixings

English, fix (to fasten) + -ing (action)

Examples of fixings in a sentence

  • Thanksgiving dinner came with all the fixings.
  • The Thanksgiving dinner included turkey with all the fixings.
  • We ordered a baked potato with all the fixings on the side.
  • Make sure you have all the fixings before starting the project.
  • The toolbox is full of various fixings.

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  1. French:accompagnements, garniture, ...
  2. German:Zutaten, Befestigungsmaterialien, ...
  3. Italian:accessori, contorni, ...
  4. Spanish:accesorios, acompañamientos, ...
  5. Portuguese:acessórios, acompanhamentos, ...
  6. Chinese:配件, 配料, ...
  7. Japanese:付属品, 付け合わせ, ...
  8. Arabic:مستلزمات, مُرافِقات, ...
  9. Hebrew:תּוֹסָפוֹת, תּוֹסָפִים, ...
  10. Russian:принадлежности, добавки, ...
  11. Ukrainian:необхідні речі, добавки, ...
  12. Hindi:सामान, सामग्री, ...
fixing
ˈfɪksɪŋ

Definition of fixing - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
repairthe act of repairing something to work again
  • The fixing of the broken chair took an hour.
mending repair restoration
2.
manipulationthe act of manipulating a vote or contest
  • The election was under scrutiny for vote fixing.
manipulation rigging tampering
3.
veterinaryUKthe sterilization process of an animalUK
  • The fixing of the cat was scheduled for next week.
castration neutering spaying

Adjective

1.
stabilizingintended to stabilize or secure an object or situation
  • The fixing bracket ensured the shelf stayed in place.
securing stabilizing
2.
planningUSbeing arranged or preparedUS
  • They are fixing a date for the meeting.
arranging organizing preparing
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Expressions with fixing

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process of finding and correcting errors in computer programs or systems
The team spent the whole week on bug fixing before release.
illegal activity to predetermine a match result
He was banned for life due to match fixing.
setting prices by agreement among producers
The companies were fined for price-fixing in the electronics market.
process of determining gold's market value
Gold fixing is crucial for investors.
relating to the conversion of atmospheric nitrogen into compounds usable by plants
Nitrogen-fixing bacteria play a crucial role in soil fertility.

Origin of fixing

Old French, fixus (fixed)

Examples of fixing in a sentence

  • The fixing of the car engine was expensive.
  • The fixing of the match led to a major scandal.
  • Allegations of fixing marred the competition's integrity.
  • Fixing is essential to control the pet population.
  • The vet explained the benefits of fixing to the owner.
  • The fixing of the sign took all morning.

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  1. French:réparation, fixant, ...
  2. German:Reparatur, befestigend, ...
  3. Italian:riparazione, di fissaggio, ...
  4. Spanish:reparación, de fijación, ...
  5. Portuguese:reparação, fixador, ...
  6. Chinese:修理, 固定的, ...
  7. Japanese:修理, 固定用の, ...
  8. Arabic:إِصْلاح, تثبيتيّ, ...
  9. Hebrew:תִּיקּוּן, מְקַבֵּעַ, ...
  10. Russian:ремонт, фиксирующий, ...
  11. Ukrainian:ремонт, фіксуючий, ...
  12. Hindi:मरम्मत, स्थिर करने वाला, ...

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