Fluke

noun

/fluːk/

Word Frequency: 0.5

Definitions

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

"The first goal was just a fluke."

2.verbTo obtain a successful outcome by pure chance.

"I fluked a pass in the multiple-choice exam."

3.verbTo fortuitously pot a ball in an unintended way.

"He fluked the other red into the middle pocket, despite the double kiss."

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