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1. (noun) taper
a convex shape that narrows toward a point

2. (noun) taper
the property possessed by a shape that narrows toward a point (as a wedge or cone)

3. (noun) wick, taper
a loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame

4. (noun) candle, taper, wax light
stick of wax with a wick in the middle

5. (verb) taper
diminish gradually
"Interested tapered off"

6. (verb) sharpen, taper, point
give a point to
"The candles are tapered"

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