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How to pronounce eyelet in English?

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Type Words
Synonyms cringle, grommet, grummet, loop
Type of holdfast, fastening, fixing, fastener
Derivation eye
Type Words
Synonyms eyehole
Type of hole
Derivation eye

Examples of eyelet

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It is different to other Chuck Taylor shoes because the top lace eyelet is red.
From the nzherald.co.nz
Specifically, each hook passed at a right angle through an eyelet of a needle.
From the en.wikipedia.org
Wearing an eyelet lace apron over her dress, Sherry Hull is singing in the kitchen.
From the timesunion.com
Expect plenty of eyelet skirts, along with lacy tops and lace-accented accessories.
From the kentucky.com
The one-shoulder, lined eyelet dress pictured is by Gianni Bini, $148, at Dillard's.
From the kansas.com
There's even a white eyelet option for those who like prints really simple.
From the sfgate.com
One was white with a bit of eyelet trim at the neckline, a bit summery for my tastes.
From the buffalonews.com
Looks include sheer overlays, eyelet accents and loose, floating knits.
From the kentucky.com
The summery eyelet fabric offers delicate embellishment without the extra bulk of a shirt.
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More examples
  • A small hole (usually round and finished around the edges) in cloth or leather for the passage of a cord or hook or bar
  • Cringle: fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines
  • A grommet is a ring inserted into a hole through thin material, such as fabric. Grommets are generally flared or collared on each side to keep them in place, and are often made of metal, plastic, or rubber. ...
  • An object that consists of a rim and small hole or perforation to receive a cord or fastener, as in garments, sails, etc. An eyelet may reinforce a hole; A shaped metal embellishment containing a hole, used in scrapbook. ...
  • (Eyelets) Small holes or perforations made in a series to allow for breathability. Finished with either stitching or brass grommets.
  • Eyelets are metal fasteners with holes in the middle. They are easily attached using a Crop-a-Dile.
  • (Eyelets) A small metal piece fitting into the wire-holes of a frame's end bar; used to keep the reinforcing wires from cutting into the wood.
  • (Eyelets) Holes punched in a lightweight cotton fabric or lace. The holes are finished at the edges with thread, like buttonholes. Small floral patterns may be embroidered in the same thread across the fabric.
  • (Eyelets) Metal (or plastic) rings crimped onto the edges of the holes for the laces