fixation — meaning in English

English meaning

• clinch verb To settle something definitely, or make a deal or victory certain.
• fixation noun An intense, often unhealthy preoccupation with a particular person, idea, or thing.
• obsession noun A single idea, activity, or interest that dominates someone's thoughts far more than is normal or healthy.
• tying noun The action of fastening something with string, rope, or a knot.

Senses

fixation is used for these senses in English:

• clinch Any of several fastenings.
• tying action of the verb to tie; ligature

clinch — full definition

1. verb To settle something definitely, or make a deal or victory certain.
2. verb In boxing or wrestling, to hold an opponent close with the arms to prevent being hit.
3. noun The act of holding onto an opponent in a fight to avoid being struck.

fixation — full definition

1. noun An intense, often unhealthy preoccupation with a particular person, idea, or thing.
2. noun The act of fixing or holding something securely in place, or making it permanently stable.

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