fixing

noun

fix·​ing ˈfik-siŋ How to pronounce fixing (audio)
Synonyms of fixingnext
1
: the act or process of one that fixes
2
plural fixings ˈfik-siŋz How to pronounce fixing (audio)
often -sənz
 : customary accompaniments : trimmings
a turkey dinner with all the fixings

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This version is made on the stovetop with all the fixings. — Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 June 2026 Asado typically features minimal spices and fixings, but Kansas Citians love to slather on the sauce. — Jenna Thompson june 18, Kansas City Star, 18 June 2026 The items surveyed include grillable proteins such as pork chops, chicken, and ground beef, sides such as pork and beans and the fixings for potato salad, plus ice cream, chocolate chip cookies, and the ingredients for fresh lemonade. — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026 The referee on the field, Raphael Claus, has previously been investigated for match fixing in Brazil, though of course, there's no indication that this was a motivating factor in this case. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for fixing

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First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of fixing was in 1605

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“Fixing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fixing. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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fixing

noun
fix·​ing ˈfik-sing How to pronounce fixing (audio)
sense 2 is often -sənz
1
: a putting in permanent form
2
plural : something that decorates or completes
turkey with all the fixings

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