taper
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taper Definition
(n)
a
convex
shape
that
narrows
toward
a
point
(n)
the
property
possessed
by
a
shape
that
narrows
toward
a
point
(
as
a
wedge
or
cone
)
(n)
a
loosely
woven
cord
(
in
a
candle
or
oil
lamp
)
that
draws
fuel
by
capillary
action
up
into
the
flame
(n)
stick
of
wax
with
a
wick
in
the
middle
(v)
diminish
gradually
; "
Interested
tapered
off
"
(v)
give
a
point
to
; "
The
candles
are
tapered
"
taper Synonyms
candle
point
sharpen
taper
wax light
wick
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