| n. | 1. | A small hole or perforation to receive a cord or fastener, as in garments, sails, etc. | |||||||||
| 2. | A metal ring or grommet, or short metallic tube, the ends of which can be bent outward and over to fasten it in place; - used to line an eyelet hole.
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| Noun | 1. | eyelet - a small hole (usually round and finished around the edges) in cloth or leather for the passage of a cord |
| 2. | eyelet - fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines |