fix
fix is a valid 3-letter word worth 13 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words with Friends.
What does fix mean?
A determination of the place where something is.
“he got a good fix on the target”
An exemption granted after influence (e.g., money) is brought to bear.
“collusion resulted in tax fixes for gamblers”
Something craved, especially an intravenous injection of a narcotic drug.
“she needed a fix of chocolate”
Informal terms for a difficult situation.
“he got into a terrible fix”
The act of putting something in working order again.
Prepare for eating by applying heat.
“fix breakfast for the guests, please”
Cause to be firmly attached.
“she fixed her gaze on the man”
Make fixed, stable or stationary.
“let's fix the picture to the frame”
Influence an event or its outcome by illegal means.
“fix a race”
Kill, preserve, and harden (tissue) in order to prepare for microscopic study.
Set or place definitely.
“Let's fix the date for the party!”
Restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken.
Put (something somewhere) firmly.
“fix your eyes on this spot”
Make infertile.
Decide upon or fix definitely.
“fix the variables”
Make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc.
“I was fixing to leave town after I paid the hotel bill”
Take vengeance on or get even.
“That'll fix him good!”