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TAPER

Definition:

1. [noun] a convex shape that narrows toward a point
   
   
2. [noun] the property possessed by a shape that narrows toward a point (as a wedge or cone)
   
   
3. [noun] a loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame
   Synonyms: wick
   
   
4. [noun] stick of wax with a wick in the middle
   Synonyms: candle, wax light
   
   
5. [verb] diminish gradually; "Interested tapered off"
   
   
6. [verb] give a point to; "The candles are tapered"
   Synonyms: sharpen, point
   
   

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Related Words:

• acuminate
• point, pointedness
• unpointedness
• candlewick
• chandlery
• dip
• rushlight, rush candle
• vigil light, vigil candle

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