Definition of "eyelet" in English

noun

1. 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.

   • Push the aglet of the shoelace through each of the eyelets, one at a time.

2. A shaped metal embellishment containing a hole, used in scrapbook. Eyelets are typically set by punching a hole in the page, placing the smooth side of the eyelet on a table, positioning the paper over protruding edge and curling the edge down using a hammer and eyelet setter.

3. Cotton fabric with small holes.

4. The contact tip of the base of a light bulb.

5. A peephole.

6. A little eye.

verb

1. (transitive) To make eyelets in.