fixing
Translation
repair, fastening, match-fixing, fixings
Examples
The car needs a good fixing.
The car needs a good fixing.
He was accused of match fixing.
He was accused of match fixing.
We bought all the fixings for the new shelves.
We bought all the fixings for the new shelves.
Grammar Patterns
the fixing of sth. the act of repairing sth. The fixing of the roof took all day.
Similar Words
Synonyms: repair, mending, adjustment
Etymology
The present participle of the verb 'to fix', used as a noun.
Memory Tips
Refers to the act of fixing something. The plural 'fixings' refers to items used for fastening or food accompaniments.