1. a convex shape that narrows toward a point

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

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

4. stick of wax with a wick in the middle

1. diminish gradually;

   "Interested tapered off"
   

2. give a point to;

   "The candles are tapered"
   

1.(使)一端逐渐变细;(使)变锥形
If somethingtapers, or if youtaper it, it becomes gradually thinner at one end.

taper的反义词

e.g. Unlike other trees, it doesn'ttaper very much. It stays fat all the way up...
和别的树不同，它不是越往上越细，而是上下一样粗。
e.g. ...beautiful hands with long, tapering fingers...
手指修长纤细的一双美手

2.逐渐减少;逐渐缩小
If somethingtapers oris tapered, it gradually becomes reduced in amount, number, or size until it is greatly reduced.

e.g. There are signs that inflation is tapering...
种种迹象显示，通货膨胀率在逐渐下降。
e.g. If you take these drugs continuously, withdrawal must be tapered.
如果你一直在服用这些药，停药时一定要逐渐停。

3.细长蜡烛;点火木片
Ataper is a long, thin candle or a thin wooden strip that is used for lighting fires.

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