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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An abundance of swing-open access doors give this chassis a premium feel, too, and we were impressed by the clever use of brushes, much like little brooms, in place of the usual rubber grommets to line the cable cutouts. PC Magazine, 25 May 2025 An ultra-thin belt with silver grommets that was also a waist bag. Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2025 The vintage piece featured satin panelling, visible boning and prominent grommet lacing down the bodice and sides. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 6 June 2025 According to the policy, no buckles, grommets/hardware or décor can conceal any part of the bag. Caché McClay, USA Today, 14 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for grommet

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 22 Jul. 2025.

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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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