aglet

[US]/ˈæɡlɛt/
[UK]/ˈædʒlɛt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A metal tip at the end of a shoelace or other string, used to prevent fraying.; A small decorative metal ring or ornament.
Word Forms
Pluralaglets

Phrases & Collocations

check the aglet

a small aglet

the plastic aglet

Example Sentences

the shoelace had come undone, and i couldn't find the aglet.

she carefully threaded the shoelace through the aglet.

the aglet on my new sneakers is made of metal.

i used to think aglets were just decorative, but they serve a purpose.

the child was fascinated by the different colors and shapes of aglets.

a broken aglet can make it difficult to tie your shoelaces.

the designer incorporated colorful aglets into their latest shoe collection.

i prefer aglets made of durable materials like plastic or metal.

the vintage shoes had ornate aglets that added to their charm.

aglet design has evolved over time, from simple loops to intricate patterns.

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