Definition of Cleat

1. Noun. A metal or leather projection (as from the sole of a shoe); prevents slipping.

Specialized synonyms: Calk, Calkin
Group relationships: Cleats
Generic synonyms: Projection

2. Verb. Provide with cleats. "Cleat running shoes for better traction"
Generic synonyms: Furnish, Provide, Render, Supply

3. Noun. A fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured.
Generic synonyms: Fastener, Fastening, Fixing, Holdfast

4. Verb. Secure on a cleat. "Cleat a line"
Generic synonyms: Fasten, Fix, Secure

5. Noun. A strip of wood or metal used to strengthen the surface to which it is attached.
Generic synonyms: Strip

Definition of Cleat

1. n. A strip of wood or iron fastened on transversely to something in order to give strength, prevent warping, hold position, etc.

2. v. t. To strengthen with a cleat.

Definition of Cleat

1. to strengthen with a strip of wood or iron [v -ED, -ING, -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Cleat

clear away
clear cell
clear cell acanthoma
clear cell adenocarcinoma
clear cell carcinoma of kidney
clear cell hidradenoma
clear layer of epidermis
clear liquid diet
clear liquid diet
clear off
clear out
clear sailing
clear the air
clear the throat
clear up
cleat (current term)
cleated
cleating
cleats
cleavable
cleavage
cleavage
cleavages
cleavage cavity
cleavage cavity
cleavage cell
cleavage division
cleavage lines
cleavage product
cleavage site

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