fixingagent
nounUK /ˈfɪksɪŋ ˈeɪdʒənt/
US /ˈfɪksɪŋ ˈeɪdʒənt/
A fixing agent is a special liquid that helps keep colors or shapes from washing away or changing.
The photographer used a fixing agent to make the picture stay clear and bright.
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2. A substance used in photography to make a developed image permanent.
She dipped the photo paper in a fixing agent so the image would not fade.
3. A chemical that stops a dye or color from running or fading.
The fabric was treated with a fixing agent to keep the red color strong after washing.
4. A person or thing that repairs or solves problems.
The mechanic acted as a fixing agent for the broken engine.