AGLET


Meaning of AGLET in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈa-glət ]

noun

Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French aguillette, aiguillette, from Old French, diminutive of aguille, aiguille needle, from Late Latin acicula, acucula ornamental pin, diminutive of Latin acus needle, pin — more at acute

Date: 15th century

1. : the plain or ornamental tag covering the ends of a lace or point

2. : any of various ornamental studs, cords, or pins worn on clothing

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