Cleat

n.	1.
	1.	(Carp.) A strip of wood or iron fastened on transversely to something in order to give strength, prevent warping, hold position, etc.
	2.	(Naut.) 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.
v. t.	1.	To strengthen with a cleat.

Noun	1.	cleat - a metal or leather projection (as from the sole of a shoe); prevents slipping
	2.	cleat - a fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured
	3.	cleat - a strip of wood or metal used to strengthen the surface to which it is attached
Verb	1.	cleat - provide with cleats; "cleat running shoes for better traction"
	2.	cleat - secure on a cleat; "cleat a line"

furnish, provide, render, supply