Fluke

Noun

Definition: A stroke of luck or an unexpected fortunate occurrence.

Definition: The fluke of a whale or other large marine animal.

Synonyms: Stroke of luck, Lucky break, Chance, Serendipity

Antonyms: Misfortune, Bad luck

Examples:
  • Winning the lottery was a complete fluke for him.
  • The whale's tail fluke was visible above the water.
Mnemonics:
  • Think of "fluke" as a stroke of luck or a fortunate accident.
  • Remember the image of a whale's tail fluke for the second definition.

Etymology:

Origin:

The word "fluke" originated in the late 16th century and is of uncertain origin.

Historical Usage:

Initially, "fluke" was used in the context of a chance or accidental occurrence. Later, it also gained a specific meaning related to the tail of a whale or other marine animals.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

Explanation:

"Fluke" and "flook" are variants of the same word and have the same meaning. However, "fluke" is the more widely accepted and recognized spelling.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "fluke" with "flook."

Explanation:

"Fluke" and "flook" are variants of the same word and have the same meaning. However, "fluke" is the more widely accepted and recognized spelling.

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