Fixture

/ˈfɪkstʃər/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A thing fastened in place, especially a piece of equipment or furniture that is intended to remain in a certain place.
The new light fixture in the dining room adds a modern touch to the decor.
A scheduled event, especially a sports event.
The fixture for the championship match has been announced for next Saturday.
A person or thing that has been in a particular place or position for a long time.
He is a fixture at the local café, always seen sitting at the same table.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'fixatura', meaning 'a fixing or fastening'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fixture in place
Something that is permanently attached or established.
fixture of the community
A person or entity that is widely recognized and established in a community.

Related Words

install
To place or fix something in a position for use.
attach
To join or fasten something to something else.
establish
To make something a permanent part.
furnish
To supply with furniture or fittings.

Slang Meanings

Something or someone considered a permanent or unchangeable part of a situation.
He’s such a fixture at the bar; the place wouldn’t be the same without him.
An outdated or unchanging element in a rapidly evolving scenario.
Those old machines are just fixtures in this new tech-driven environment.