Definition of cleat
1a : a wedge-shaped piece fastened to or projecting from something and serving as a support or checkb : a wooden or metal fitting usually with two projecting horns around which a rope may be made fast
2a : a strip fastened across something to give strength or hold in positionb (1) : a projecting piece (as on the bottom of a shoe) that furnishes a grip (2) cleats plural : shoes equipped with cleats
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Examples of cleat in a Sentence
a football player wearing cleats
Origin and Etymology of cleat
Middle English clete wedge, from Old English *clēat; akin to Middle High German klōz lump — more at clout
cleat
Definition of cleat
transitive verb
1 : to secure to or by a cleat
2 : to provide with a cleat
First Known Use of cleat
1794
CLEAT Defined for English Language Learners
cleat
playDefinition of cleat for English Language Learners
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: a metal or wooden object that is attached to something (such as a boat or dock) and around which a rope can be tied
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: a piece of rubber, wood, or metal that is fastened to the bottom of a shoe or boot to prevent slipping
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cleats : shoes that have cleats on them
CLEAT Defined for Kids
cleat
playDefinition of cleat for Students
1 : a wooden or metal device used to fasten a line or a rope
2 : a strip or projection fastened to the bottom of a shoe to prevent slipping
3 cleats plural : shoes equipped with cleats
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