eyelet
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eye·let

noun \ˈī-lət\

Definition of EYELET

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

Origin of EYELET

alteration of Middle English oilet, from Anglo-French oillet, diminutive of oil eye, from Latin oculus
First Known Use: 14th century

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