Definition of capluey

capluey

• when something breaks down

  My car/computer/garbage disposal went capluey.

  Last edited on May 24 2004. Submitted by Jami L. on May 24 2004.

• More commonly spelled "cablooey," probably of echoic origin, from the sound of a mechanical device exploding.

  Last edited on Jul 20 2009. Submitted by Anonymous on Jul 20 2009.

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