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1. cleat

noun. ['ˈkliːt'] a metal or leather projection (as from the sole of a shoe); prevents slipping.

Etymology

  • clete (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • cleat (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

Rhymes with Cleat

  • uncomplete
  • noncompete
  • indiscreet
  • incomplete
  • vanvliet
  • vanfleet
  • obsolete
  • mistreat
  • marquerite
  • marguerite
  • excrete
  • discrete
  • discreet
  • concrete
  • complete
  • secrete
  • retreat
  • replete
  • downbeat
  • deplete
  • conceit
  • compete
  • bufete
  • bridgette
  • backseat
  • unseat
  • streett
  • street
  • shumeet
  • repeat

2. cleat

noun. ['ˈkliːt'] a strip of wood or metal used to strengthen the surface to which it is attached.

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Etymology

  • clete (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • cleat (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

3. cleat

noun. ['ˈkliːt'] a fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured.

Etymology

  • clete (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • cleat (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

4. cleat

verb. ['ˈkliːt'] secure on a cleat.

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Antonyms

Etymology

  • clete (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • cleat (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

5. cleat

verb. ['ˈkliːt'] provide with cleats.

Etymology

  • clete (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • cleat (Old English (ca. 450-1100))