1. (noun)
taper
- a convex shape that narrows toward a point
Synonyms:
wick, wax light, candle
2. (noun)
taper
- the property possessed by a shape that narrows toward a point (as a wedge or cone)
Synonyms:
wick, wax light, candle
3. (noun)
wick, taper
- a loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame
Synonyms:
wick, taper, wax light, candle
4. (noun)
candle, taper, wax light
- stick of wax with a wick in the middle
Synonyms:
wick, standard candle, taper, wax light, cd, candle, candela
5. (verb)
taper
- diminish gradually
Synonyms:
sharpen, point
6. (verb)
sharpen, taper, point
- give a point to
Synonyms:
manoeuvre, manoeuver, focus, head, bespeak, indicate, aim, betoken, maneuver, place, taper, luff, designate, sharpen, guide, repoint, heighten, focalise, direct, channelize, focalize, point, charge, channelise, target, steer, signal, level, orient, show
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Synonyms of 'taper'
