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Vocabulary Entry
tapered
|adjective • verb
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A
adjective
Gradually narrowing towards one end
Example Sentences
"The tapered design of the candle made it easy to hold."
"She wore a pair of tapered trousers that perfectly complemented her shoes."
"The architect favored tapered structures to enhance the skyline."
V
verb
To make something narrower or thinner at one end
Example Sentences
"The artist tapered the edges of the sculpture to create a more elegant look."
"He decided to taper the ends of the fabric before sewing it."
"The road began to taper off as it approached the mountain."