Aglet

Pronunciation: /ˈæɡ.lət/

Definitions of aglet

noun A small metal or plastic tube fixed tightly around each end of a shoelace.

Example Sentences

A1 An aglet is the small plastic or metal tip at the end of a shoelace.

A2 I need to replace the aglet on my shoelace because it keeps coming off.

B1 The aglet on my hoodie string broke, so I had to tie a knot to keep it from unraveling.

B2 She carefully threaded the aglet through the eyelets of her running shoes before tying them up tightly.

C1 The designer added a decorative aglet to the end of the drawstring for a touch of elegance.

C2 He meticulously crafted custom aglets for his handmade leather shoes, showcasing his attention to detail.

Examples of aglet in a Sentence

formal The aglet is the small plastic or metal tube at the end of a shoelace that makes it easier to thread through the eyelets of a shoe.

informal I always struggle to replace the aglet on my shoelaces when it falls off.

slang I can't believe I lost the aglet on my favorite pair of sneakers, now I have to find a replacement.

figurative The aglet of the situation was the missing piece that tied everything together.

Grammatical Forms of aglet

• past tense: agleted
• plural: aglets
• comparative: more aglet
• superlative: most aglet
• present tense: aglets
• future tense: will aglet
• perfect tense: have agleted
• continuous tense: is agleting
• singular: aglet
• positive degree: aglet
• infinitive: to aglet
• gerund: agleting
• participle: agleted

Origin and Evolution of aglet

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'aglet' originates from the Old French word 'aguillette' which means 'needle'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'aglet' shifted from 'needle' to refer specifically to the small plastic or metal tube at the end of a shoelace.