Main Entry:

grom·met

Pronunciation:

\ˈgrä-mət, ˈgrə-\

Function:

noun

Etymology:

obsolete French gormette curb of a bridle

Date:

1626

1 : a flexible loop that serves as a fastening, support, or reinforcement 2 : an eyelet of firm material to strengthen or protect an opening or to insulate or protect something passed through it