(n) :
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; a shaped metal embellisment 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
"push the aglet of the shoelace through each of the eyelets, one at a time."