cleat: meaning and definitions

A strip of wood or iron used to strengthen or support the surface to which it is attached.

A projecting piece of metal or hard rubber attached to the underside of a shoe to provide traction.

A pair of shoes with such projections on the soles.

A piece of metal or wood having projecting arms or ends on which a rope can be wound or secured.

A wedge-shaped piece of material, such as wood, that is fastened onto something, such as a spar, to act as a support or prevent slippage.

A spurlike device used in gripping a tree or pole in climbing.

To supply, support, secure, or strengthen with a cleat.