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taper

(Pronunciation -تلفظ سنیۓ ) US:

Slow

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Noun: taper

1. taper
A convex shape that narrows toward a point	کون نما۔
2. taper
The property possessed by a shape that narrows toward a point (as a wedge or cone)
3. taper [ Synonyms: wick]
A loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame	بتی۔
4. taper [ Synonyms: candle, wax light]
Stick of wax with a wick in the middle	موم بتی ۔

Verb: taper

1. taper
Diminish gradually "Interested tapered off";	آہستہ آہستہ کم ہو جانا۔
2. taper [ Synonyms: point, sharpen]
Give a point to "The candles are tapered";	نوک بنانا۔

Lexical Analysis

Derived Words:

point, taper, tapering

See Also:

Generic Words:

change form, change shape, convex shape, convexity, cord, decrease, deform, diminish, fall, lamp, lessen, narrowing

Specific Words:

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

Taper is a part of:

candle, kerosene lamp, kerosine lamp, oil lamp, taper, wax light

Parts of taper:

candlewick, taper, wick

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