fixer Meaning and Definition

1. n. synthetic narcotic drug similar to morphine but less habit-forming; used in narcotic detoxification and maintenance of heroin addiction

2. n. someone who intervenes with authorities for a person in trouble (usually using underhand or illegal methods for a fee)

3. n. a skilled worker who mends or repairs things

4. n. a chemical compound that sets or fixes something (as a dye or a photographic image)