Fixing

/ˈfɪksɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the act or process of making something stable or repairing it.

The fixing of the old car took most of the weekend.

a situation where someone influences the outcome of an event dishonestly.

There were allegations of fixing in the match.

verb

present participle of fix; to repair or mend something.

He is fixing the leaky faucet in the kitchen.

to place in a certain position or to make stable.

She is fixing the picture frame on the wall.

to prepare or arrange something.

They are fixing dinner for the guests.

Derived from the verb 'fix', which comes from the Latin 'fixare', meaning to fasten.

fixing to

Preparing or intending to do something.

fixing something up

Renovating or improving something.

fixing a meal

Preparing food for consumption.

fixing her hair

Arranging or styling hair.

that's a quick fix

A solution that is easy but not necessarily ideal.

repair

To restore to a good condition.

maintain

To keep in an existing state or preserve from failure.

install

To set up for use or service.

adjust

To alter or move something slightly to achieve the desired fit.

prepare

To make something ready for use.

A fix for a problem

I got a fix for your car troubles.

Fixing to go out

I'm fixing to go out later tonight.

Fixing to get together

We are fixing to get together this weekend.