meaning of eyelet
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.
3. fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines