fix
/fɪks/fix
VERBDefinition of fix
When a person fixes something, they repair it.
Example: The mechanic fixes my car.
When a person fixes something to something else, they attach it or hold it in place.
Example: A piece of chewing gum will fix your note to the bulletin board.
When a person fixes something at a certain time, they make a rule or agreement that the time will not change.
Example: The Constitution fixes the date when Congress must meet.
If someone fixes an animal, they remove its reproductive organs, so that it can’t have babies.
Example: After you fix a male cat, it doesn't fight with other cats as much.
If a person fixes a game, contest, or election, somebody unfairly controls what will happen before it is over.
Example: Someone has fixed the game so that none can win.
fix
EXAMPLESExamples of fix
The mechanic fixes my car.
Example sentenceThe mother fixed the broken toy.
Example sentenceA piece of chewing gum will fix your note to the bulletin board.
Example sentenceA leech can fix itself to your skin without you feeling it.
Example sentenceThe Constitution fixes the date when Congress must meet.
Example sentencefix
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