\Eye"let`\, n. [F. [oe]illet, dim. of [oe]il eye, fr. L.
oculus. See {Eye}, and cf. {Oillet}.]
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.
{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.