grommet

noun

grom·​met ˈgrä-mət  ˈgrə- 

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

Examples of grommet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The state lawmaker said grommets were ripped out, and the flags torn apart at the seams. — Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 4 July 2026

To give it an authentically retro feel, pair it up with low-rise jeans and a grungy grommet belt. — Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 27 May 2026

Twain added a pair of black leather gloves to her attire, complete with metallic silver grommets running from the wrist to the bicep. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 May 2026

And the double-strap detail with grommets adds a little unexpected edge. — Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 20 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

obsolete French gormette curb of a bridle

First Known Use

1626, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for grommet

• comet
• vomit
• recommit

Kids Definition

grommet

noun

grom·​met ˈgräm-ət  ˈgrəm- 

: an eyelet of firm material to strengthen or protect an opening