Taper Mnemonic

Explore definitions and mnemonics for taper.

taper

taper

/ˈteɪpə/

Examples

a convex shape that narrows toward a point

noun

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

noun

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

noun

stick of wax with a wick in the middle

noun

diminish gradually

verb

give a point to

verb
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"Tape + Fur. The candle becomes thin like it's wrapped tape on fur."

"Tape + Purr. The tape gets thinner as the cat purrs softly."

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