The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word EYELETS which also is the latest solution we found used in Wall Street Journal in 2012.
Oxford openings crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters | 
|---|---|---|
| EYELETS | 100 % | 7 | 
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Oxford openings
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- gate
 - gating
 - bash
 - blue
 - brogue
 - down
 - eyelet
 - foot
 - lace
 - place
 - size
 - tongue
 
Crossword Answer definitions
EYELETS noun- An object that consists of a rim and small hole or perforation to receive a cord or fastener, as in garments, sails, etc. An eyelet may reinforce a hole.
 - A shaped metal embellishment containing a hole, used in scrapbook. Eyelets are typically set by punching a hole in the page, placing the smooth side of the eyelet on a table, positioning the paper over protruding edge and curling the edge down using a hammer and eyelet setter.
 - Cotton fabric with small holes.
 - The contact tip of the base of a light bulb.
 - A peephole.
 - A little eye.
 
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