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 vintage piece featured satin panelling, visible boning and prominent grommet lacing down the bodice and sides. —Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 6 June 2025

According to the policy, no buckles, grommets/hardware or décor can conceal any part of the bag. —Caché McClay, USA Today, 14 May 2025

Each set contains two panels and rust-proof grommets. —Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 26 Apr. 2025

There's a lot more, though: a bag of additional shoulder screws for mounting drives onto vibration-damping grommets, the grommets themselves, a #2 Phillips-to-hex adapter socket for standoffs, three replacement snaps for the top of the right side panel, and some cable ties. —PC Magazine, 29 Mar. 2025

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