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 snapshots show the '90s influencer clad in a white $890 Chloé one-piece swimsuit with frilly hemlines, a plunging V-neck and floral eyelet embellishments all over. —Michelle Lee, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025

Subtle details included a scalloped eyelet trim. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 Aug. 2025

Each strand consists of a 1/16-inch aircraft cable with an eyelet, a ball bearing swivel clip of the type used in fishing, along with a fishing snap clip. —Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 15 Aug. 2025

Subtle frays give garments an unfinished look, while embroidery, crochet and eyelet nod to slow fashion. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Aug. 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