Meaning of 'cleat'

Find the meaning of the word ‘cleat’

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Meaning of ‘cleat’

5 definitions found.

cleat

noun

a strip of wood or metal used to strengthen the surface to which it is attached

noun

a fastener, usually with two projecting horns, around which a rope can be secured

Example: "The sailor wrapped the rope around the cleats on the side of the boat."

noun

a metal or leather projection (as from the sole of a shoe)

verb

to secure on a cleat

Example: "cleat a line"

verb

to provide with cleats

Example: "You can cleat running shoes for better traction."

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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