A tip, originally of metal and often decorative, on a ribbon or cord that makes lacing two parts of a garment or garments together easier, as in corset lacings, "points" (lacing hose or trousers to jacket or doublet) or sleeves to a bodice
An ornament worn on clothing, consisting of a metal tag on a fringe, or a small metallic plate or spangle
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Originally a metal tip, often decorative, on a ribbon or cord that facilitated lacing two parts of a garment or garments together, as in corset lacings, "points" (lacing hose or trousers to jacket or doublet) or sleeves to a bodice. Decorative metal aiglets are still used in military dress uniforms and marching band uniforms as terminals on fancy braids and cords