1. A strip of wood or metal used to strengthen the surface to which it is attached
   "He installed cleats along the dock to reinforce its structure"
    
2. A fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured
   "The sailor quickly wrapped the rope around the cleat to secure the boat"
    
3. A metal or leather projection (as from the sole of a shoe); prevents slipping
   "The football player's cleats dug into the turf, providing excellent traction"
    
4. A raised rubber or plastic stud on the sole of an athletic shoe
   "Football cleats provide better traction on grass"

1. Secure on a cleat
   "cleat a line"
    
2. Provide with cleats
   "cleat running shoes for better traction"

Derived forms: cleated, cleating, cleats

Type of: fasten, fastener, fastening, fix, fixing, furnish, holdfast, offer, projection, provide, render, secure, strip, supply

Part of: cleats

Encyclopedia: Cleat