Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Taper.
How to pronounce taper:
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Taper - as a noun
A convex shape that narrows toward a point
The property possessed by a shape that narrows toward a point (as a wedge or cone)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
narrowing13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wick13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cord7Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Taper - as a verb
Diminish gradually
Example: "Interested tapered off"
Give a point to
Example: "The candles are tapered"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
point7sharpen12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change formchange shapedeform12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Taper - as an adjective
Tapered; narrowing to a point.
Example Sentences
"He lit a taper to see in the dark"
"I need a taper to light the candle"
"The taper burned slowly as the night wore on"
"She carefully trimmed the taper to make it burn evenly"
"He used a taper to light the incense sticks"
Word Game Points
Is TAPER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, taper is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TAPER has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is TAPER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, taper is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTAPER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is TAPER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, taper is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTAPER has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
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tear up
