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fix

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Main Entry: 1fix
Pronunciation: primarystressfiks
Function: transitive verb
1 a : to make firm, stable, or stationary b : to give a permanent or final form to: as (1) : to change into a stable compound or available form <bacteria that fix nitrogen> (2) : to kill, harden, and preserve for microscopic study
2 : to hold or direct steadily <fixes her eyes on the horizon>
3 a : RESTORE : CURE <the doctor fixed him up> b : SPAY : CASTRATE 1
intransitive verb : to direct the gaze or attention : FOCUS : FIXATE -- often used with on or upon
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