Meaning of fixation

Definition of fixation

(noun) an abnormal state in which development has stopped prematurely
an unhealthy and compulsive preoccupation with something or someone
the activity of fastening something firmly in position
(histology) the preservation and hardening of a tissue sample to retain as nearly as possible the same relations they had in the living body

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