grommet
pronunciation
How to pronounce grommet in British English:
UK [ˈgrɒmɪt]
How to pronounce grommet in American English:
US [ˈgrɑmɪt]
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- Noun:
- fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines
Word Origin
- grommet (n.)
- also gromet, grummet, 1620s, "ring or wreath of rope," from obsolete French gromette "curb of a bridle" (Modern French gourmette), from gourmer "to curb," of uncertain origin. Extended sense of "metal eyelet" first recorded 1769.
Example
- 1. Punch rubber grommet from the front panel .
- 2. Seal the hole on the service grommet with adhesive compound .
- 3. Route cable forward and seat grommet in dash panel .
- 4. Pull out grommet with brake light lead .
- 5. Push the grommet into the hole .