Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun cleat

3 senses of cleat

Sense 1
cleat -- (a metal or leather projection (as from the sole of a shoe); prevents slipping)
       => projection -- (any structure that branches out from a central support)

Sense 2
cleat -- (a fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured)
       => fastener, fastening, holdfast, fixing -- (restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place)

Sense 3
cleat -- (a strip of wood or metal used to strengthen the surface to which it is attached)
       => strip -- (thin piece of wood or metal)

Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of verb cleat

2 senses of cleat

Sense 1
cleat -- (provide with cleats; "cleat running shoes for better traction")
       => supply, provide, render, furnish -- (give something useful or necessary to; "We provided the room with an electrical heater")

Sense 2
cleat -- (secure on a cleat; "cleat a line")
       => fasten, fix, secure -- (cause to be firmly attached; "fasten the lock onto the door"; "she fixed her gaze on the man")