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fixer

Fixer (noun) means a chemical (sodium thiosulfate) used in photographic development that fixes the image in place, preventing further chemical reactions.

noun
1
A chemical (sodium thiosulfate) used in photographic development that fixes the image in place, preventing further chemical reactions.
2
A person who serves as an agent to arrange for a desired result, perhaps by improper and/or unlawful means.
3
Someone who is often paid that helps a customer cut through red tape, especially for government processes or applications.
4
A person who arranges immunity for defendants by tampering with the justice system via bribery or extortion, especially as a business endeavor for profit.
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What is the meaning of fixer?

"fixer" (noun) means a chemical (sodium thiosulfate) used in photographic development that fixes the image in place, preventing further chemical reactions.

What are the different meanings of fixer?

"fixer" has 3 main meanings: 1. A chemical (sodium thiosulfate) used in photographic development that fixes the image in place, preventing further chemical reactions; 2. A person who serves as an agent to arrange for a desired result, perhaps by improper and/or unlawful means; 3. Someone who is often paid that helps a customer cut through red tape, especially for government processes or applications.

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