1. (

• cleat ,

) a metal or leather projection (as from the sole of a shoe); prevents slipping ;

2. (

• cleat ,

) a fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured ;

3. (

• cleat

) a strip of wood or metal used to strengthen the surface to which it is attached ;

1. (

• cleat

) provide with cleats; "cleat running shoes for better traction" ;

2. (

• cleat

) secure on a cleat; "cleat a line" ;