Associations to the word «Cleat»

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

CLEAT, noun. A continuous metal strip, or angled piece, used to secure metal components.

CLEAT, noun. (nautical) A device to quickly affix a line or rope, and from which it is also easy to release.

CLEAT, noun. A protrusion on the bottom of a shoe meant for better traction. (See cleats.)

CLEAT, verb. To strengthen with a cleat.

CLEAT, verb. (nautical) To tie off, affix, stopper a line or rope, especially to a cleat

CLEAT, noun. A metal or leather projection (as from the sole of a shoe); prevents slipping.

CLEAT, noun. A fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured.

CLEAT, noun. A strip of wood or metal used to strengthen the surface to which it is attached.

CLEAT, verb. Provide with cleats; "cleat running shoes for better traction".

CLEAT, verb. Secure on a cleat; "cleat a line".