eyelet
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.eye·let
noun \ˈī-lət\Definition of EYELET
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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
See 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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