eyelets

noun

1. 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. 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. 3

   Cotton fabric with small holes.

4. 4

   The contact tip of the base of a light bulb.

5. 5

   A peephole.

6. 6

   A little eye.