any uncultivated species of Avena, especially a common weedy grass, A. fatua, resembling the cultivated oat. 2. a hardy plant, Uvularia sessilifolia, of the lily family, of eastern North America, having deep green, hairy leaves and greenish-yellow, tubular flowers.
Cleat (shoe) Cleats or studs are protrusions on the sole of a shoe, or on an external attachment to a shoe, that provide additional traction on a soft or slippery surface. They can be conical or blade-like in shape, and made of plastic, rubber or metal. In American English the term cleats is used synecdochically to refer to
Cleats are typically sold separately from the shoe, and many SpinningÂ® classes and other indoor cycling classes require them. Although indoor cycling shoes are perfectly functional without cleats, the cleats do provide an added measure of safety by clipping into the pedal, and they also enhance your workout.