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Rarecleat
The correct spelling is cleat.
How to pronounce cleat
noun
IPA: /kliːt/
Say it like: Clee-t
The correct spelling is cleat. A strip of wood or iron fastened on transversely to something in order to give strength, prevent warping, hold position, etc.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.A strip of wood or iron fastened on transversely to something in order to give strength, prevent warping, hold position, etc.
- 2.A continuous metal strip, or angled piece, used to secure metal components.
- 3.A device to quickly affix a line or rope, and from which it is also easy to release.
- 4.A protrusion on the bottom of a shoe meant for better traction. (See cleats.)
verb
- 1.To strengthen with a cleat.
- 2.To tie off, affix, stopper a line or rope, especially to a cleat.
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