cleat
Nouns
- (n) a metal or leather projection (as from the sole of a shoe); prevents slipping
- (n) a fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured
- (n) a strip of wood or metal used to strengthen the surface to which it is attached
Verbs
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(v) provide with cleats
- cleat running shoes for better traction
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(v) secure on a cleat
- cleat a line