Eyelet

Webster's Dictionary of the English Language

·noun A small hole or perforation to receive a cord or fastener, as in garments, sails, ·etc.

II. Eyelet ·noun 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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