Definition of Cleat
Pronunciation:
klēt
n.
1.
1.
(Carp.)
A
strip
of
wood
or
iron
fastened
on
transversely
to
something
in
order
to
give
strength
,
prevent
warping
,
hold
position
,
etc
.
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
.
v. t.
1.
To
strengthen
with
a
cleat
.
Related Words
furnish
,
provide
,
render
,
supply
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