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Definition fluke

Etymology 1

Of uncertain or obscure origin. It seems to have originally referred to a lucky shot at billiards.

Noun

fluke (plural flukes)

1. A lucky or improbable occurrence, with the implication that the occurrence could not be repeated.

Verb

fluke (third-person singular simple present flukes, present participle fluking, simple past and past participle fluked)

1. To obtain a successful outcome by pure chance.
2. (snooker) To fortuitously pot a ball in an unintended way.

Etymology 2

Possibly as Etymology 2 or from Middle Low German flügel (“wing”).

Noun

fluke (plural flukes)

1. Either of the two lobes of a whale's or similar creature's tail.
2. (nautical) Any of the triangular blades at the end of an anchor, designed to catch the ground.
3. A metal hook on the head of certain staff weapons (such as a bill), made in various forms depending on function, whether used for grappling or to penetrate armour when swung at an opponent.
4. In general, a winglike formation on a central piece.
5. Waste cotton.

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