turn flukes
The phrase "turn flukes" is derived from nautical terminology and has specific meanings related to maritime activities.
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Definition
C1Marine Biology
(technical)When a whale goes underwater by diving.
Example
- We watched the whale turn flukes and disappear beneath the waves.
B2Nautical
(slang, informal)To go to bed or turn in for the night.
Example
- After a long day at sea, the sailors decided to turn flukes early.
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