Taper | Mean of taper in English Dictionary
/ˈteɪpɚ/
- Verb
- to become gradually smaller toward one end
- leaves that taper to a point
- Her slacks taper [=become narrower] at the ankle.
- to become gradually less and less
- Production has been tapering off.
- Noun
- a piece of string covered with wax that is used for lighting lamps, candles, etc.
- a long, thin candle
- the shape of something that becomes gradually smaller toward one end
- The taper of her slacks is not flattering.
