fixative

[US]/'fɪksətɪv/
[UK]/'fɪksətɪv/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. color-fixing; permanent; non-volatile
n. fixative; color fixative; image fixative

Phrases & Collocations

spray fixative

fixative solution

Example Sentences

Methods The eyeballs of rat were fixed in the improved fixative solution mixed with paraform,glacial acetic acid and acetone.

For many years the leading fixatives were the animal products ambergris, civet , musk and castoreum.

The artist used a fixative to set the charcoal drawing.

The fixative helped to preserve the delicate pastel colors in the painting.

She sprayed the fixative over the pencil sketch to prevent smudging.

The fixative is essential for keeping the layers of mixed media artwork in place.

Art students often use fixative to protect their drawings from damage.

The fixative spray dried quickly, allowing the artist to continue working on the piece.

Applying fixative to a chalk drawing helps to prevent the colors from fading over time.

The fixative created a protective barrier over the ink sketches, preserving them for years to come.

Using fixative is a common practice among artists working with soft pastels.

Make sure to apply the fixative in a well-ventilated area to avoid inhaling the fumes.

Real-world Examples

The indigestible parts of giant squid, in particular their beaks, accumulate in sperm whales' stomachs into the substance known as ambergris, which is used as a fixative in perfumes.

Source: A Brief History of Everything

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