Synonyms for fixing

Grammar : Noun

Spell : fik-sing

Phonetic Transcription : ˈfɪk sɪŋ

Définition of fixing

Origin : "position from which it is difficult to move," 1809, American English, from fix (v.). Meaning "dose of narcotic" is from 1934, shortened from fix-up (1867, originally in reference to liquor).

noun repairing

Example sentences :

The depth of immersion is regulated by fixing the crank-pin.
Extract from : « Scientific American Supplement, No. 447, July 26, 1884 » by Various

The hotel's fixing for a big crowd, if the weather holds like this.
Extract from : « Chip, of the Flying U » by B. M. Bower

Kellogg leaned across the table, fixing him with an enthusiastic eye.
Extract from : « The Fortune Hunter » by Louis Joseph Vance

"I've never been in a studio before," said Betty, fixing fresh paper.
Extract from : « The Incomplete Amorist » by E. Nesbit

He had written beforehand from Paris fixing dates and hours.
Extract from : « My Double Life » by Sarah Bernhardt

Sir Geoffrey rose at him, fixing his eye-glass, and patted him on the shoulder.
Extract from : « Changing Winds » by St. John G. Ervine

Geordie waited for an answer, fixing his eyes on Lady Maitland.
Extract from : « Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume VI » by Various

The Baron was fixing his eyes on her and she tried to elude his gaze.
Extract from : « The Eternal City » by Hall Caine

I made no answer, and I tried not to look at him by fixing my eyes upon the sea.
Extract from : « The Woman Thou Gavest Me » by Hall Caine

"I'm not bankrupt, either," said old Uthoug, fixing his red eyes on her face.
Extract from : « The Great Hunger » by Johan Bojer

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