Meaning & Definition of Taper in English
English⟶
Taper
/tepər/
noun
1. A convex shape that narrows toward a point
synonym:
- taper
2. The property possessed by a shape that narrows toward a point (as a wedge or cone)
synonym:
- taper
3. A loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame
synonym:
- wick,
- taper
4. Stick of wax with a wick in the middle
synonym:
- candle,
- taper,
- wax light
verb
1. Diminish gradually
- "Interested tapered off"
synonym:
- taper
2. Give a point to
- "The candles are tapered"
synonym:
- sharpen,
- taper,
- point
Examples of using
For three days after death hair and fingernails continue to grow but phone calls taper off.