Associations to the word «Fixer»

Wiktionary

FIXER, noun. Agent noun of fix; one who, or that which, fixes.
FIXER, noun. (photography) A chemical (sodium thiosulfate) used in photographic development that fixes the image in place, preventing further chemical reactions.
FIXER, noun. (criminal justice, law, and underworld): A person who arranges immunity for defendants by tampering with the justice system via bribery or extortion, especially as a business endeavor for profit.
FIXER, noun. (journalism) A person who assists foreign journalists in volatile countries, often providing interpretation, personal connections, and transportation services.
FIXER, noun. (real estate) (US) A fixer-upper

Dictionary definition

FIXER, noun. Someone who intervenes with authorities for a person in trouble (usually using underhand or illegal methods for a fee).
FIXER, noun. A chemical compound that sets or fixes something (as a dye or a photographic image).
FIXER, noun. A skilled worker who mends or repairs things.
FIXER, noun. Synthetic narcotic drug similar to morphine but less habit-forming; used in narcotic detoxification and maintenance of heroin addiction.

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