TAPER

Definition of TAPER

  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
  4. (noun)stick of wax with a wick in the middle
  5. (verb)diminish gradually
  6. (verb)give a point to