Fixer: meaning, definitions and examples

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fixer

[ ˈfɪksər ]

^{Context #1}

financial

A person or thing that fixes or repairs things, especially in a professional capacity.

Synonyms

handyman, mechanic, repairman

Examples of usage

The fixer came to repair the broken washing machine.
She hired a fixer to help her with the paperwork.

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informal

A person who arranges matters or disputes, especially unofficially.

Synonyms

intermediary, mediator, negotiator

Examples of usage

He's known as the fixer in the office because he always sorts out problems.
The fixer managed to negotiate a deal between the two parties.

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politics

A person who arranges or tries to control political or other situations in a dishonest way.

Synonyms

corruptor, manipulator, schemer

Examples of usage

The scandal revealed the involvement of a fixer in the corrupt dealings.
The fixer was exposed for manipulating the election results.

Translations

Translations of the word "fixer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 consertador

🇮🇳 मरम्मत करने वाला

🇩🇪 Reparateur

🇮🇩 tukang reparasi

🇺🇦 ремонтник

🇵🇱 naprawiacz

🇯🇵 修理屋 (しゅうりや)

🇫🇷 réparateur

🇪🇸 reparador

🇹🇷 tamirci

🇰🇷 수리공

🇸🇦 مصلح

🇨🇿 opravář

🇸🇰 opravár

🇨🇳 修理工

🇸🇮 popravljavec

🇮🇸 viðgerðarmaður

🇰🇿 жөндеуші

🇬🇪 შემკეთებელი

🇦🇿 təmirçi

🇲🇽 reparador

Word origin

The term 'fixer' originated in the late 19th century, initially used to refer to a person who repaired or 'fixed' things. Over time, the term evolved to also describe a person who resolves issues, negotiates deals, or manipulates situations. In the context of politics, a fixer is often associated with corruption and dishonest practices.