fixative

noun fix·a·tive \ˈfik-sə-tiv\

Definition of FIXATIVE

: something that fixes or sets: as

a : a substance added to a perfume especially to prevent too rapid evaporation

b : a substance used to fix living tissue

c : a varnish used especially for the protection of drawings (as in pastel or charcoal)

— fixative adjective

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circa 1859

Medical Dictionary

noun fix·a·tive \ˈfik-sət-iv\

: a substance used to fix living tissue

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