Definition

1. Verb (transitive):
   • To arrange or organize something: To make the necessary plans or preparations for an event, meeting, or situation.
   • To provide or supply something for someone: To find or obtain something that someone needs, such as a date, a job, or a place to stay.

Usage

• The verb "fix up" is commonly used in informal contexts. It is a separable phrasal verb, meaning the object can come between "fix" and "up" (e.g., ) or after the entire phrase (e.g., ). It often implies taking initiative to solve a problem or fulfill a need.

Examples

• To arrange/organize:
  • I need to fix up a time for us to discuss the project.
  • Can you fix the details up with the caterer?
• To provide/supply:
  • My cousin said he could fix me up with a used car.
  • She fixed up her friend with a job at the new cafe.

Advanced Usage

• "to fix someone/something up": Often implies improving the condition or appearance of someone or something, in addition to arranging or providing.
  • We spent the weekend fixing up the old boat. (Meaning: repairing and improving it)
  • She got all fixed up for the party. (Meaning: dressed nicely, made herself look attractive)

Variants and Related Words

• Fixer (n): A person who makes arrangements or solves problems, sometimes unofficially or for a fee.
  • He's a well-known fixer in the political world.
• Fix-up (n, informal): Something that has been repaired or improved.
  • That house is a real fix-up; it needs a lot of work.

Synonyms

• Arrange: To plan or prepare for an event.
• Organize: To coordinate the elements of an activity.
• Procure: To obtain something, especially with care or effort.

Related Phrasal Verbs

• Fix on/upon: To decide on or choose something.
  • Have you fixed on a date for the wedding yet?
• Fix with: To look at someone in a particular, often intense, way.
  • She fixed him with a stern glare.

Related Idioms

• Fix someone up with a blind date: To arrange for two people who have not met before to go on a date.
  • He tried to fix me up with a blind date, but I wasn't interested.
• Fix up and see: An informal expression meaning to improve one's appearance.
  • You should fix up and see a doctor about that cough. (This is a less common, regional usage.)

Verb

1. make arrangements for
   • Can you arrange a meeting with the President?
2. find (something or someone) for
   • I'll fix you up with a nice girl