GROMMET Synonyms
There are 9 hypernyms of the word grommet. (close relations)
Definition of GROMMET
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 |