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First Known Use: 1590
in the meaning defined at sense 1a
See Words from the same year: 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
See words that rhyme with eyelet Spanish Central: Translation of eyelet Nglish: Translation of eyelet for Spanish speakers
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