meaning of cleat
1. A strip of wood or iron fastened on transversely to something in order to give strength, prevent warping, hold position, etc.
2. 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.
3. To strengthen with a cleat.
4. a strip of wood or metal used to strengthen the surface to which it is attached
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