Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun A wooden cleat, used either in dry-dock or in the launching of a vessel, secured to the ship in such a manner that it will catch the head of the shore.
Etymologies
Sorry, no etymologies found.
Support
Help support Wordnik (and make this page ad-free) by adopting the word launching-cleat.
Examples
Sorry, no example sentences found.
Comments
Log in or sign up to get involved in the conversation. It's quick and easy.