FIXATIVE
(noun, adj.)
There are 3 meanings of the word
Fixative.
Definitions
Fixative - as a noun
A compound (such as ethanol or formaldehyde) that fixes tissues and cells for microscopic study
A varnish dissolved in alcohol and sprayed over pictures to prevent smudging
Fixative - as an adjective
Serving to fix or bind.
Example Sentences
"I used a fixative to set the pastel drawing."
"The artist sprayed a fixative on the charcoal sketch to prevent smudging."
"The fixative helped preserve the delicate flower petals in the pressed flower art."
"She applied a fixative to the pencil lines to ensure they wouldn't fade."
"The fixative held the layers of paint together on the canvas."
Word Game Points
Is FIXATIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, fixative is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FIXATIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.
Is FIXATIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, fixative is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFIXATIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.
Is FIXATIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, fixative is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFIXATIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
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