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Definition of tapering - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
reductionprocess of gradually reducing something
- The tapering of the stimulus was announced by the bank.
2.
thin tipshape becoming gradually narrower
- The tapering of the tower was impressive.
Adjective
1.
narrowing shapebecoming gradually narrower
- The tapering tower stood out against the skyline..
2.
reductiongradually decreasing until little remains
- The tapering supply of resources was concerning.
Images of tapering
shape becoming gradually narrower
Origin of tapering
Old English, taper (narrow) + -ing (present participle)
Terms with tapering included in their meaning
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shape
having a sharp or tapering end
botany
plant bearing spicy and tapering peppers
shape
object shaped like a curved, tapering lunar arc
abrupt end
end an addiction abruptly without tapering off
pointed top
upper tapering part of something
mathematics
shape with thick end tapering to thin edge
tapering end
end taperingly or by becoming gradually smaller
architecture
tall, four-sided, narrow tapering monument with a pyramidion on top
signal processing
multiply a signal by a tapering function to reduce edge noise
horticulture
type of pepper with long, tapering fruit
shape
having a wide base tapering to a point
architecture
add a tapering pointed tower to a building
plant
tapering to a thin point
plant
tapering of a leaf to a fine point
biology
type of deep-sea fish with a large head and tapering body
pointed shape
tapering to a point
plant
tapering to a long point in concave manner
general shape
having a pointed end and tapering sides
fashion
long sleeve tapering toward the wrist
whip
long tapering whip used for striking
plant
tapering into a long tail-like extension
shape
having a long body tapering at both ends
geometry
having a broad, rounded shape tapering to a point
materials
thin tapering edge of a material
Examples of tapering in a sentence
Tapering in training can prevent injuries. The artist admired the tapering of the sculpture. The architect designed the building with a unique tapering. The artist admired the tapering lines of the sculpture. The tapering end of the pencil made it easier to draw fine details. The tapering interest rates affected the economy.
The tapering light of the candle flickered out.
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- French:réduction progressive, effilé, ...
- German:Reduzierung, verjüngt, ...
- Italian:riduzione, affusolato, ...
- Spanish:reducción, afinándose, ...
- Portuguese:redução gradual, afunilado, ...
- Chinese:缩减, 逐渐变细的, ...
- Japanese:縮小, 先細りの, ...
- Arabic:تخفيض تدريجي, مُتَدَرِّج فِي التَّضَيُّق, ...
- Hebrew:הַפְחָתָה הַדְרַגָּתִית, מִתְחַדֵּד, ...
- Russian:сокращение, сужающийся, ...
- Ukrainian:скорочення, звужений, ...
- Hindi:क्रमिक कमी, संकरा होता हुआ, ...
Definition of taper - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
gradual reductiontr./intr. reduce gradually in size or amounttr./intr.
- The storm's intensity will taper off by evening.
2.
physical objectstr. make something thinner at one endtr.
- The carpenter tapered the wooden legs of the table.
3.
physical objectsintr. become thinner at one endintr.
- The pencil tapers to a sharp point.
Noun
1.
processgradual reduction over time
- The taper of the noise was noticeable.
2.
shapenarrowing in shape
- The taper of the tower was elegant.
3.
body modificationTECH. cone-shaped item for ear stretchingTECH.
- She bought a taper for her new piercing.
4.
lightingDated slender wax candleDated
- She lit a taper for the dinner table.
Images of taper
narrowing in shape 
cone-shaped item for ear stretching 
slender wax candle
Expressions with taper
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become less in size, intensity, or activity
The pain will taper off after a few hours.
long, thin candle that narrows at the top, often used for lighting
She used a taper candle to light the others.
hairstyle with hair gradually shorter at the back
He asked the barber for a back taper.
tool part fits into another part
The drill bit uses a morse taper to fit securely.
training plan increasing intensity over time
His reverse taper helped him peak for the marathon.
metal pin with a tapered shape used to join parts
Insert the taper pin to hold the parts together.
tool for cutting threads inside a hole
He used a taper tap to thread the hole.
Origin of taper
Old English, taper (candle)
Examples of taper in a sentence
Her enthusiasm for the project started to taper over time. She tapered the candle to fit the holder. The artist tapered the brush for fine details. The candle tapers toward its base. Its long tail tapers at the tip. The taper of the light was gradual.
We noticed the taper in the sound levels. The candle's taper allowed it to fit snugly in the holder. The artist admired the taper of the sculpture's base. He chose a blue taper for his ear. The taper was perfect for gradually stretching her earlobe. A single taper flickered in the dark room. He placed a taper on the mantelpiece.
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- French:diminuer, diminution, ...
- German:nachlassen, Abklingen, ...
- Italian:diminuire, rastrematura, ...
- Spanish:disminuir, disminución, ...
- Portuguese:diminuir gradualmente, redução gradual, ...
- Chinese:逐渐减少, 渐弱, ...
- Japanese:弱まる, 減少, ...
- Arabic:خَفّ, تدرج تناقصي, ...
- Hebrew:לְהַפְחִית בְּהַדְרָגָה, הַפְחָתָה הֲדַרְגָתִית, ...
- Russian:сужаться, уменьшение, ...
- Ukrainian:зменшуватися, поступове зменшення, ...
- Hindi:धीरे-धीरे कम होना, क्रमिक कमी, ...
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