Meaning & Definition of Fixer in English
English⟶
Fixer
/fɪksər/
noun
1. Someone who intervenes with authorities for a person in trouble (usually using underhand or illegal methods for a fee)
synonym:
- fixer,
- influence peddler
2. A chemical compound that sets or fixes something (as a dye or a photographic image)
synonym:
- fixing agent,
- fixer
3. A skilled worker who mends or repairs things
synonym:
- mender,
- repairer,
- fixer
4. Synthetic narcotic drug similar to morphine but less habit-forming
- Used in narcotic detoxification and maintenance of heroin addiction
synonym:
- methadone,
- methadone hydrochloride,
- methadon,
- dolophine hydrochloride,
- fixer,
- synthetic heroin