taper




taper - noun

  • a convex shape that narrows toward a point
  • the property possessed by a shape that narrows toward a point (as a wedge or cone)
  • a loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame
  • stick of wax with a wick in the middle

  • taper - verb

    taper - thesaurus

    candle   point   sharpen   wick