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 brand’s Cronin curtain in particular is a blackout eyelet linen curtain that Lee chose for its additional soundproofing and thermal benefits, which were the perfect solution to her previously sheer curtains. —Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 28 Feb. 2025

Makeup artist Sean Harris, meanwhile, gave Pittman Joan Chen Joan Chen wore a Chanel ensemble from the French fashion house’s 2025 cruise collection, which consisted of an off-the-shoulder crochet top and an eyelet midi skirt. —Hannah Malach, WWD, 22 Feb. 2025

Amazon's New Arrivals section is brimming with transitional pieces, including open-front vests and eyelet cardigans for easy layering, and sleeveless sweaters and matching sets to wear on warmer days. —Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 3 Aug. 2024

The eyelet hem gives it a flirty detail, and the button-front adds a classic touch. —Shea Simmons, People.com, 15 Jan. 2025

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

Rhymes for eyelet

• autopilot
• islet
• pilot
• stylet

Kids Definition

eyelet

noun

eye·​let ˈī-lət 

1

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

2

: grommet