Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
eyelet
noun
/ˈaɪ.lɛt/
Definition
A small hole in a material, often reinforced with a border, used for threading a lace, cord, or wire.
Examples
- The dress featured several eyelets along the hem for the ribbon.
- She used an eyelet punch to create holes in the fabric for the corset laces.
- The sneakers had metal eyelets to keep the shoelaces in place.
Meaning
Eyelets are typically used in clothing, shoes, and crafts to enable laces or cords to pass through securely.
Synonyms
- hole
- grommet
- opening
