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Entry 2 senses Webster, 1913

Eyelet

/(ī"lĕt)/ · Eye·let · IPA /ˈaɪ.lət/
01 n. A small hole or perforation to receive a cord or fastener, as in garments, sails, etc.
  1. 1.
    A small hole or perforation to receive a cord or fastener, as in garments, sails, etc.
  2. 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.
Phrases & compounds
Eyelet hole — a hole made for an eyelet.
Eyelet punch — a machine for punching eyelet holes and fastening eyelets, as in paper or cloth.
Eyelet ring — See Eyelet, 2.