English Explanatory Dictionary

aglet

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Alternative spelling of aiglet.
  2. The cover at the tip of a shoelace, to prevent it from fraying.
  3. A catkin.

Pronunciation

/ˈæ.ɡlət/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-aglet.wav

Word forms

aglet aglets aiglet

Etymology

From Middle English aglet, aglett, agglot, from Old French aguillete. Doublet of aiglet and aiguillette.

Derived words

agleted
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