eyelet

noun

eye·​let ˈī-lət 

1

a

: a small hole designed to receive a cord or used for decoration (as in embroidery)

b

: a small typically metal ring to reinforce an eyelet : grommet

2

: peephole, loophole

Examples of eyelet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The automobile manufacturer said in the NHTSA report that the electronic power assist steering (EPAS) ground eyelet joint may experience corrosion. —Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 30 Dec. 2024

Embellished with metallic eyelet detailing and buckle on the front, the styles oozed ‘90s vibes, which also resonated in new renditions of the bestselling Uma flat mary janes, here offered both with the eyelet embellishments or in a mesh version with contrasting squared toe. —Sandra Salibian, WWD, 2 Oct. 2024

Looks were styled with exaggerated hats, including an oversized leather newsboy cap with eyelets, and a white baseball cap transformed to sculptural effect with white feathers. —Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 19 Nov. 2024

It is cut in a chic A-line silhouette and features beautiful eyelet detailing on the sleeve cuffs and neckline! —Nora Colomer, Fox News, 25 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

alteration of Middle English oilet, from Anglo-French oillet, diminutive of oil eye, from Latin oculus

First Known Use

1590, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

eyelet

noun

eye·​let ˈī-lət 

1

: a small hole (as in cloth or leather) for a lace or rope

2

: grommet