Taper (en. Taper)

tey-per

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To gradually decrease in size or width.
The branches of the tree taper off as they grow.
Ang mga sanga ng puno ay unti-unting bumababa habang lumalaki.

Etymology

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Common Phrases and Expressions

taper off
Gradually lessening or decreasing.
taper off

Related Words

tapered
A form of taper that describes something gradually decreasing in size.
tapered

Slang Meanings

To chill or have fun
I hope we can taper later because I'm so tired.
Sana mag-taper tayo mamaya kasi sobrang pagod na ako.
To relax or take a break
Chill out first before we go back to work.
Taper ka muna bago tayo bumalik sa trabaho.