To tie off, affix, stopper a line or rope, especially to a cleat.
To strengthen with a cleat.
A strip of wood or iron fastened on transversely to something in order to give strength, prevent warping, hold position, etc.
A continuous metal strip, or angled piece, used to secure metal components.
An athletic shoe equipped with cleats.
A device to quickly affix a line or rope, and from which it is also easy to release.
A protrusion on the bottom of a shoe or wheel meant for better traction.
To disintegrate by the blades becoming severed from the axis
To defeat (someone) who then refuses to admit defeat.
The central cylindrical core of an ear of corn (maize) on which the kernels are attached in rows.