English (chiefly central and northern England): variant of. . Scottish: probably a habitational name from Holmes near Dundonald, or from a place so called in the barony of Inchestuir.
A fixture is a work-holding or support device used in the manufacturing industry. Fixtures are used to securely locate (position in a specific location or orientation) and support the work, ensuring that all parts produced using the fixture will maintain conformity and interchangeability.
augernoun [ C ] uk â /ËÉË.É¡Ér/ us â /ËÉË.É¡É/. âº a tool consisting of a twisted rod of metal attached to a handle, used for making large holes in wood or in the ground. Thesaurus: synonyms and related words.