'Cleat' definitions:
Definition of 'cleat'
(from WordNet)
noun
A metal or leather projection (as from the sole of a shoe); prevents slipping
noun
A fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured
noun
A strip of wood or metal used to strengthen the surface to which it is attached
verb
Provide with cleats; "cleat running shoes for better traction"
verb
Secure on a cleat; "cleat a line"
Definition of 'Cleat'
From: GCIDE
- Cleat \Cleat\, v. t. To strengthen with a cleat. [1913 Webster]
Definition of 'Cleat'
From: GCIDE
- 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.] [1913 Webster]
- 1. (Carp.) A strip of wood or iron fastened on transversely to something in order to give strength, prevent warping, hold position, etc. [1913 Webster]
- 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. [1913 Webster]