A cleat, here, is a strip of wood fastened horizontally to the end of a
hive box to grab onto while lifting. It might run all the way across or
just part way, usually 1"x2" or 2"x2". In a maritime context it's usually
narrow at the base so a rope can be fastened around it.
Cheers,
Kristina Williams
Longmont, CO
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