English · Slang Attested

turn flukes

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Meaning · English

Where it’s used: Used American English

But come, it's getting dreadful late, you had better be turning flukes--it's a nice bed; Sal and me slept in that ere bed the night we were spliced.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “turn flukes” mean?

To turn in, go to bed.

Is “turn flukes” formal or informal?

turn flukes is generally slang.

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