Fixing
6 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The act or process of repairing something that is damaged or not working correctly.
“The fixing of the leaking pipe kept the plumber busy all afternoon.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈfɪksɪŋ/
Syllables
fix·ing
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X worth 8 points gives a strong base, ING suffix allows many hook extensions
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