CLEAT
(noun, verb)
There are 5 meanings of the word
Cleat.
Definitions
Cleat - as a noun
A metal or leather projection (as from the sole of a shoe); prevents slipping
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured
A strip of wood or metal used to strengthen the surface to which it is attached
Cleat - as a verb
Provide with cleats
Example: "Cleat running shoes for better traction"
Secure on a cleat
Example: "Cleat a line"
Example Sentences
"She tied her boat securely to the cleat on the dock."
"The soccer player slipped on the wet grass and lost his cleat."
"He bought a new pair of cleats for the upcoming baseball season."
"The mountain climber used cleats to gain traction on the icy slope."
"The cyclist attached her shoes to the cleats on the pedals."
Word Game Points
Is CLEAT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cleat is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CLEAT has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is CLEAT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cleat is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCLEAT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is CLEAT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cleat is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCLEAT has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.