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cleats

/kliːts/noun

Athletic shoes fitted with studs on the soles for better grip.

Example sentences

  • “She laced up her cleats before running onto the field.”
  • “The soccer coach told the players to bring cleats and shin guards.”

Usually plural, like 'sneakers'. American English; in Britain the equivalent footwear is called 'boots' and the grips themselves are 'studs'.

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