grommet

noun

grom·​met ˈgrä-mət How to pronounce grommet (audio) ˈgrə- How to pronounce grommet (audio)
1
: a flexible loop that serves as a fastening, support, or reinforcement
2
: an eyelet of firm material to strengthen or protect an opening or to insulate or protect something passed through it

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Word History

Etymology

obsolete French gormette curb of a bridle

First Known Use

1626, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of grommet was in 1626

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“Grommet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grommet. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

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grommet

noun
grom·​met ˈgräm-ət How to pronounce grommet (audio) ˈgrəm- How to pronounce grommet (audio)
: an eyelet of firm material to strengthen or protect an opening

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