Eyelet /(ī"lĕt)/

Eye·let

Eyelet

n.
  1. A small hole or perforation to receive a cord or fastener, as in garments, sails, etc.
  2. 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.

Phrases & Compounds
Eyelet hole
a hole made for an eyelet.
Eyelet punch
a machine for punching eyelet holes and fastening eyelets, as in paper or cloth.
Eyelet ring
See Eyelet, 2.