Associations to the word «Eyelet»

Wiktionary

EYELET, noun. 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.
EYELET, noun. 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.
EYELET, noun. Cotton fabric with small holes.

Dictionary definition

EYELET, noun. A small hole (usually round and finished around the edges) in cloth or leather for the passage of a cord or hook or bar.
EYELET, noun. Fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines.

Wise words

The most important things are the hardest things to say. They are the things you get ashamed of because words diminish your feelings - words shrink things that seem timeless when they are in your head to no more than living size when they are brought out.
Stephen King