cleat

3 definitions found

cleat - Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 :

  Cleat \Cleat\ (kl[=e]t), n. [OE. clete wedge; cf. D. kloot ball,
     Ger. kloss, klotz, lump. clod, MHG. kl[=o]z lump, ball,
     wedge, OHG. chl[=o]z ball, round mass.]
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     1. (Carp.) A strip of wood or iron fastened on transversely
        to something in order to give strength, prevent warping,
        hold position, etc.
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     2. (Naut.) 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.
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  Cleat \Cleat\, v. t.
     To strengthen with a cleat.
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cleat - WordNet (r) 2.1 (2005) :

  cleat
      n 1: a metal or leather projection (as from the sole of a shoe);
           prevents slipping
      2: a fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a
         rope can be secured
      3: a strip of wood or metal used to strengthen the surface to
         which it is attached
      v 1: provide with cleats; "cleat running shoes for better
           traction"
      2: secure on a cleat; "cleat a line"