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Pronunciation : Eye"let`
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [F., dim. of oculus. See Eye, and cf. Oillet.]
Definition : 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. 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.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913