Hole for, eg, shoelace (6)

I believe the answer is:

eyelet

(Other definitions for eyelet that I've seen before include "Small hole for lacing" , "Hole for a lace or cord" , "Small hole through which a cord is passed" , "Small hole as in needle or shoe" , "Hole for, eg, shoe lace" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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