Eyelets

/ˈaɪləts/ noun

Definition

Plural of eyelet; multiple small holes with metal or fabric rings, used for threading laces or rope.

Etymology

From Old French oillet + English plural '-s'. Standard pluralization of the noun referring to small eye-like openings.

Kelly Says

Hiking boots have a specific pattern of eyelets—the bottom ones are larger for thick socks, they angle inward to hug your foot, and they decrease in size toward your ankle, all to distribute pressure evenly while you climb mountains.

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