grommet

Definition of Grommet in English :

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

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Grommet

noun

1.

a ring of rubber or plastic or a metal eyelet designed to line a hole to prevent a cable or pipe passed through it from chafing

2.

a ring of rope hemp used to stuff the gland of a pipe joint

3. medicine

a small tube inserted into the eardrum in cases of glue ear in order to allow air to enter the middle ear

4. Australian informal

a young or inexperienced surfer

noun

1.

a ring of rope or metal used to fasten the edge of a sail to its stay, hold an oar in place, etc.

2.

an eyelet, as of metal or plastic, protecting an opening in cloth, leather, etc.

n.

1.

a. A reinforced eyelet, as in cloth or leather, through which a fastener may be passed.

b. A small metal or plastic ring used to reinforce such an eyelet.

2. Nautical A loop of rope or metal used for securing the edge of a sail to its stay.