eyelet

noun

eye·​let ˈī-lət How to pronounce eyelet (audio)
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

Examples of eyelet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The tie front creates a uniquely flattering fit, while the subtle eyelet detail imparts charm. Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2024 Outfitted with antique-looking brown leather, brass eyelets, hiker laces, and a 1.5-inch platform, these shoes were one of the bestsellers this year due to their unique style and outfit versatility. Olivia Muenter, Peoplemag, 29 Feb. 2024 Gap Eyelet Cropped Shirt $70 $34 This fresh take on a classic cotton button-up shirt has us in a chokehold thanks to the dainty eyelet accents on the hem and collar and cropped silhouette. Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2024 The top features eyelets in areas that are more prone to overheating to help with ventilation, as do the bottoms, located on the small of the lower back. Marisa Petrarca, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2024 Eye-catching details such as contrasting stitching and brass eyelets add to their vintage look. Tony Carrick, Field & Stream, 25 Oct. 2023 There are tons of other boho-esque eyelet tops available online, like this button-up shirt from Madewel and this babydoll blouse from Sofia Vergara’s fashion line at Walmart. Taylor Jean Stephan, Peoplemag, 9 July 2023 This alternative is a low-top athletic shoe that was created with a lace-up closure down the middle, a rubber toe cap, and metal eyelets at the inner side. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 11 Dec. 2023 Technically, oxfords are defined by a closed lacing system, which means the shoe’s quarters (those side panels where the eyelets are) are sewn underneath the vamp (the large front portion that goes over your foot). Isaiah Freeman-Schub, Robb Report, 7 Dec. 2023

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Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

1590, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of eyelet was in 1590

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Cite this Entry

“Eyelet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eyelet. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

eyelet

noun
eye·​let ˈī-lət How to pronounce eyelet (audio)
1
: a small hole (as in cloth or leather) for a lace or rope
2

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