Fixtures — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈfiks-chər/ fix·ture

Meaning & Definition of Fixtures

Fixtures (noun)

  1. the act or process of fixing, the state of being fixed
  2. something that is fixed or attached (as to a building) as a permanent appendage or as a structural part
  3. a device for supporting work during machining
  4. a part (such as a sink, toilet, faucet, etc.) that is attached to a system of pipes that carry water through a building

Fixtures (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a person who has long been associated with a place or activity

    "has been a fixture in the Republican Party for the last 30 years"

    similar: institutions
    related: first ladies, grand old men, icons, symbols, deans, elder statesmen

Related Entry: Fixture (noun)

Fixture is a different word from Fixtures. The synonyms below are for fixture, not for fixtures.

  1. a person who has long been associated with a place or activity

    "has been a fixture in the Republican Party for the last 30 years"

    similar: institution
    related: first lady, grand old man, icon, symbol, dean, elder statesman

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Fixtures

The most common words with a similar meaning to Fixtures:

institutions

Related Words for Fixtures

first ladies, grand old men, icons, symbols, deans, elder statesmen

Origin & Etymology of Fixtures

alteration of earlier fixure (probably after mixture), going back to Middle English, "point of attachment," borrowed from Late Latin fīxūra "action of fixing, place where a nail is fixed," from Latin fīxus, past participle of fīgere "to drive in, insert, fasten" + -ūra -ure fix:1

First known use: 1598

Frequently Asked Questions about Fixtures

What does "Fixtures" mean?

"Fixtures" means the act or process of fixing, the state of being fixed. As a noun, it is defined as: the act or process of fixing, the state of being fixed.

What is another word for "Fixtures"?

Other words for "Fixtures" include institutions. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Fixtures" you intend.

How do you use "Fixtures" in a sentence?

Examples of "Fixtures" in a sentence: "has been a fixture in the Republican Party for the last 30 years".

Is "Fixtures" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Fixtures" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Fixtures"?

"Fixtures" is pronounced /ˈfiks-chər/ and divided into syllables as fix·ture.

What is the origin of the word "Fixtures"?

"Fixtures" comes from alteration of earlier fixure (probably after mixture), going back to Middle English, "point of attachment," borrowed from Late Latin fīxūra "action of fixing, place where a nail is fixed," from Latin fīxus, past participle of fīgere "to drive in, insert, fasten" + -ūra -ure fix:1. First known use: 1598.

What is another word for "Fixtures" meaning "a person who has long been associated with a place or activity"?

When "Fixtures" (noun) means a person who has long been associated with a place or activity, synonyms include institutions.

What words are related to "Fixtures"?

Words related to "Fixtures" include first ladies, grand old men, icons, symbols, deans and elder statesmen.