Is “Cleat” a Scrabble word?
Yes
CLEAT
Valid in at least one Scrabble dictionary
Valid in these dictionaries
SOWPODS / CSW
Scrabble UK & International
TWL / NWL
Scrabble North America
Large English Dictionary
General English word list
Meaning of Cleat
/kliːt/
noun
1.A strip of wood or iron fastened on transversely to something in order to give strength, prevent warping, hold position, etc.
2.A continuous metal strip, or angled piece, used to secure metal components.
3.A device to quickly affix a line or rope, and from which it is also easy to release.
verb
1.To strengthen with a cleat.
2.To tie off, affix, stopper a line or rope, especially to a cleat.