/'fɪksətɪv; `fɪksətɪv/
n [C, U]
1 substance used for fixing (fix1 9) photographic film, dye, etc, or for preventing perfume from evaporating too quickly 定影剂; 固色剂; 防（香料）挥发剂.
2 substance used for sticking things together or keeping things in position, esp false teeth or hair 固定剂（尤指粘假牙或假发的）
*Dentures require a strong fixative. 粘假牙需用强力固定剂.

n [U and C]
a substance used to stick things together or to hold things such as false teeth in place
a chemical used on a painting or photograph so that the colours do not change