| Cleat (cleat) |
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| n. | (kl***emacr]t) |
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| Cleat |
[OE.
clete wedge; cf. D. kloot ball, Ger. kloss,
klotz, lump. clod, MHG. kl z lump, ball,
wedge, OHG. chlz ball, round mass.]
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A strip of wood or iron
fastened on transversely to something in order to give strength,
prevent warping, hold position, etc.
A device made of wood
or metal, having two arms, around which turns may be taken with a
line or rope so as to hold securely and yet be readily released.
It is bolted by the middle to a deck or mast, etc., or it may be
lashed to a rope.
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To strengthen
with a cleat.
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