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GROMMET Synonyms

There are 12 synonyms of the word grommet. (exact relations)
There are 9 hypernyms of the word grommet. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for GROMMET

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eyelet
nounn
noun

• a small hole (usually round and finished around the edges) in cloth or leather for the passage of a cord or hook or bar

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

• fabric decorated with small holes with finely stitched edges that form an ornamental pattern.

loop
verb, nounv, n
noun

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

• anything with a round or oval shape (formed by a curve that is closed and does not intersect itself)

• (computer science) a single execution of a set of instructions that are to be repeated

• an inner circle of advisors (especially under President Reagan)

• the basic pattern of the human fingerprint

• a computer program that performs a series of instructions repeatedly until some specified condition is satisfied

• the topology of a network whose components are serially connected in such a way that the last component is connected to the first component

• an intrauterine device in the shape of a loop

• a complete electrical circuit around which current flows or a signal circulates

• a flight maneuver; aircraft flies a complete circle in the vertical plane

verb

• move in loops

• make a loop in

• fly loops, perform a loop

• wind around something in coils or loops

• fasten or join with a loop

bushing
nounn
noun

• an insulating liner in an opening through which conductors pass

• a cylindrical metal lining used to reduce friction

fastener
nounn
noun

• a person who fastens or makes fast

• restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place

fixture
nounn
noun

• an object firmly fixed in place (especially in a household)

• a regular patron

• the quality of being fixed in place as by some firm attachment

• the act of putting something in working order again

hoop
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a light curved skeleton to spread out a skirt

• a rigid circular band of metal or wood or other material used for holding or fastening or hanging or pulling

• a small arch used as croquet equipment

• horizontal circular metal hoop supporting a net through which players try to throw the basketball

verb

• bind or fasten with a hoop

ring
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a characteristic sound

• a toroidal shape

• a rigid circular band of metal or wood or other material used for holding or fastening or hanging or pulling

• (chemistry) a chain of atoms in a molecule that forms a closed loop

• an association of criminals

• the sound of a bell ringing

• a platform usually marked off by ropes in which contestants box or wrestle

• jewelry consisting of a circlet of precious metal (often set with jewels) worn on the finger

• a strip of material attached to the leg of a bird to identify it (as in studies of bird migration)

verb

• sound loudly and sonorously

• ring or echo with sound

• make (bells) ring, often for the purposes of musical edification

• get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone

• extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle

• attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify

rivet
verb, nounv, n
noun

• ornament consisting of a circular rounded protuberance (as on a vault or shield or belt)

• heavy pin having a head at one end and the other end being hammered flat after being passed through holes in the pieces that are fastened together

verb

• direct one's attention on something

• fasten with a rivet or rivets

• hold (someone's attention)

thimble
nounn
noun

• as much as a thimble will hold

• a small metal cap to protect the finger while sewing; can be used as a small container

washer
verb, nounv, n
noun

• someone who washes things for a living

• seal consisting of a flat disk placed to prevent leakage

• a home appliance for washing clothes and linens automatically

cringle
nounn
noun

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

grummet
noun

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

Best Hypernyms For GROMMET

Here is a list of related hypernyms for grommet, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (9)
fastener component connector device fastening fitting fixing hardware holdfast

Alternatives for EYELET

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