ojal — meaning in English

English meaning

• buttonhole noun A small slit in a garment through which a button is fastened.

Senses

ojal is used for these senses in English:

• eyelet An object that consists of a rim and small hole or perforation to receive a cord or fastener, as in garments, sails, etc. An eyelet may reinforce a hole.
• grommet A reinforced eyelet, or a small metal or plastic ring used to reinforce an eyelet.

buttonhole — full definition

1. noun A small slit in a garment through which a button is fastened.
2. noun A flower worn pinned to a lapel for decoration.
3. verb To stop someone and keep them talking, often against their will.

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