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noun eye·let \ ˈī-lət \

Definition of eyelet

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

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That love for vintage can be clearly seen in their boho eyelet dresses, as well as knitwear that feels like a genuine score from a military surplus store.

— anny choi, Vogue, "5 Affordable Ways to Steal a French Girl’s Easy Summer Style," 22 June 2017
Travel-minded Louis Vuitton evoked its signature monogram-laden travel case with its invite: a luggage label adorned with metal eyelets and decorated colored straps.

— Washington Post, "Valentino headlines first day of Paris Fashion Week menswear," 21 June 2017
The Dr. Martens x Staple Design 1461 is a punk-meets-streetwear mashup of the classic English oxford—with gray suede camo uppers matched with hits of bright pink on the eyelets, back panel, and heel loop.

— scott christian, Esquire, "The Shoes to Wear if You Want People to Ask About Your Shoes," 13 June 2017
Sofia wore a tiered eyelet dress from the brand Alexis.

— erin hill, PEOPLE.com, "Princess Sofia’s Perfect Pregnancy Style in 3 Photos!," 29 May 2017
Picture the loads of pale pink and soft lavender, feminine floral motifs, delicate eyelet trim and ruffles.

— Southern Living, "Our Favorite Names for Twin Girls," 1 May 2017
About five years ago, designers began to mine the bohemian and rock’n’roll elements of the decade, and even now, floaty maxi-dresses, cotton eyelet blouses and brown suede jackets continue to line store racks.

— rebecca malinsky, WSJ, "Channel Lauren Hutton’s Boyishly Elegant Denim Look," 13 Apr. 2017
Get in a sunshine state of mind with checkerboard plaids, crisp white eyelets and picnic-ready accessories—packed lunch optional.

— sarah lindig, Town & Country, "Trending Now... Life's a Picnic," 27 May 2014
The collection of five styles features springy prints such as florals and eyelet.

— harper's bazaar staff, Harper's BAZAAR, "While You Were Sleeping: Cara Delevingne Trademarks Her Name, Watch the Alice + Olivia Spring Video, Plus More!," 26 Feb. 2013

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Origin and Etymology of eyelet

alteration of Middle English oilet, from Anglo-French oillet, diminutive of oil eye, from Latin oculus

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Definition of eyelet for English Language Learners

: a small hole or opening in a material (such as cloth or leather) for a string or rope to pass through; also : a metal or plastic ring that strengthens such an opening

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noun eye·let \ ˈī-lət \

Definition of eyelet for Students

1 :a small hole (as in cloth or leather) for a lace or rope

2 :grommet

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