cleating

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Definitions of cleating word

noun cleating a wedge-shaped block fastened to a surface to serve as a check or support: He nailed cleats into the sides of the bookcase to keep the supports from slipping. 1
noun cleating a strip of metal, wood, or the like, fastened across a surface, as a ramp or gangway, to provide sure footing or to maintain an object in place. 1
noun cleating a strip of wood, metal, etc., fastened across a surface, as of a plank or series of adjacent planks, for strength or support. 1
noun cleating a conical or rectangular projection, usually of hard rubber, or a metal strip with sharp projections, built into or attached to the sole of a shoe to provide greater traction. 1
noun cleating a shoe fitted with such projections. 1
noun cleating a metal plate fastened to the sole or heel of a shoe, to protect against wear. 1

before 1350

One of the 20% oldest English words

1350-1400; Middle English clete wedge, cognate with Old High German klōz lump, ball, Dutch kloot; akin to clot

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 87% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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