A device for securing a rope, attached to a flat surface on a ship or on land, with two projecting horns around which a rope may be quickly affixed and also easily released.
angle iron used as a bracket
a fastening (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured
a metal or leather projection (as from the sole of a shoe); prevents slipping
secure on a cleat; "cleat a line"
provide with cleats, as of running shoes
a strip of wood or metal used to strengthen the surface to which it is attached
a fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured
provide with cleats; "cleat running shoes for better traction"
