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CLEATING

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Cleating.

Cleating - as a noun

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

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
projection21
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

Cleating - as a verb

Provide with cleats

Example: "Cleat running shoes for better traction"

Secure on a cleat

Example: "Cleat a line"

Example Sentences

"He was cleating the plank to secure it to the deck."
"The sailor was cleating the ropes to keep the sails taut."
"The climber was cleating himself to the rock face for safety."
"He was skillfully cleating the pieces of leather to make a shoe."
"They were cleating the metal bars to create a sturdy fence."
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Word Game Points

Is CLEATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cleating is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CLEATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is CLEATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cleating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CLEATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is CLEATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cleating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CLEATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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