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unfixed

/ˈʌnˌfɪkst/
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Definitions of unfixed
  1. adjective
    not firmly placed or set or fastened
    synonyms:
    detached, free
    not fixed in position
    floating
    (of a part of the body) not firmly connected; movable or out of normal position
    unfirm, unsteady
    not firmly or solidly positioned
    insecure
    not firm or firmly fixed; likely to fail or give way
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    antonyms:
    fixed
    securely placed or fastened or set
    fast, firm, immobile
    securely fixed in place
    geostationary
    having an orbit that matches the earth's rotation
    geosynchronous
    of or having an orbit with a fixed period of 24 hours (although the position in the orbit may not be fixed with respect to the earth)
    leaded
    (of panes of glass) fixed in place by means of thin strips of lead
    stationary
    not capable of being moved
    taped
    secured or held in place by tape
    unadjustable
    not adjustable
    secure
    not likely to fail or give way
  2. adjective
    lacking definition or definite content
    “"unfixed as were her general notions of what men ought to be"- Jane Austen”
    synonyms: nebulous
    indefinite
    vague or not clearly defined or stated
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