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

Weekend hangs require pieces that are comfy and easy to pop on—and that’s where an airy eyelet top and loose jeans come in. — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 27 June 2026

This eyelet blouse is the perfect example of spotting something, and then not being able to stop thinking about it. — Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026

This shirt is made from breathable cotton and has a lookalike button-down, eyelet-sleeve silhouette that’s primed for summer. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026

The dress boasted a calf-length skirt embellished with a shaggy fringe design and silver eyelet detailing. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 4 July 2026

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