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Meaning of 'cleat' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Cleat [ n.]
- A strip of wood or iron fastened on transversely to something in order to give strength, prevent warping, hold position, etc.
- A device made of wood or metal, having two arms, around which turns may be taken with a line or rope so as to hold securely and yet be readily released. It is bolted by the middle to a deck or mast, etc., or it may be lashed to a rope.
2 . Cleat [ v. t.]
- To strengthen with a cleat.

Meaning of 'cleat' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . cleat [ v]
Meaning (1):
- secure on a cleat
Example in sentence:
  • cleat a line
Meaning (2):
- provide with cleats
Example in sentence:
  • cleat running shoes for better traction

Nearby Words:

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