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The answer FIXATIVE has 9 possible clue(s) in existing crosswords.
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Definitions of fixative in various dictionaries:
noun - a compound (such as ethanol or formaldehyde) that fixes tissues and cells for microscopic study
noun - a varnish dissolved in alcohol and sprayed over pictures to prevent smudging
Something that fixes, protects, or preserves, especially: a.
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| a compound (such as ethanol or formaldehyde) that fixes tissues and cells for microscopic study |
| a varnish dissolved in alcohol and sprayed over pictures to prevent smudging |
| a substance that holds something in position: |
| a chemical used to treat photographic material in order to preserve its colour |
| (of a substance) used to fix or stabilize something. |
| A chemical substance used to preserve or stabilize biological material prior to microscopy or other examination. |
| A substance used to keep things in position or stick them together. |
| a chemical substance used to preserve or stabilize biological material prior to microscopy or other examination. |
| a substance used to keep things in position or stick them together. |
| Something that fixes, protects, or preserves, especially: |
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A fixative is a stabilizing or preservative agent:* Dye fixatives or mordants, are chemical substances used in processing fabrics to create circumstances in the micro-substrates causing dye molecules to adhere and remain that way. * Fixative (drawing), a liquid usually sprayed over a finished piece of artwork to better preserve it and prevent smudging * Fixation (histology), a solution used to preserve or harden fresh tissue of cell specimens for microscopic examination * Fixative (perfumery), a substance used to reduce the evaporation rate and improve stability when added to more volatile components * Embalming chemicals, a variety of preservatives, sanitising and disinfectant agents, and additives used in modern embalming * Radioactivity fixatives, specialized polymer coatings used to contain or "fix" radionuclides to surfaces of equipment and buildings thereby preventing exposure to humans. |