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.
pole - a long (usually round) rod of wood or metal or plastic. 1  barge pole - a long pole used to propel or guide a barge; I wouldn't touch it with a barge pole. 2  microphone boom, boom - a pole carrying an overhead microphone projected over a film or tv set.