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taper
UK
/ˈteɪ.pə/
US
/ˈteɪ.pɚ/
Translations
tapers
pl
UK
/ˈteɪ.pə/
US
/ˈteɪ.pɚ/
The taper of the fishing rod was designed for better casting.
Стержень удочки был разработан для лучшего заброса.
The taper of the candle was perfect for the holder.
Конус свечи идеально подходил для держателя.
The taper of the road made it difficult for large vehicles to pass.
Сужение дороги затрудняло проезд крупногабаритных транспортных средств.
Additional translations
tapered
Past Simple
tapered
Past Participle
tapering
Gerund
UK
/ˈteɪpə/
US
/ˈteɪpər/
The excitement of the crowd began to taper after the main event ended.
Волнение толпы начало затухать после окончания основного события.
The sound of the music began to taper off as we walked away.
Звук музыки начал уменьшаться, когда мы уходили.
The road begins to taper as it approaches the bridge.
Дорога начинает сужаться по мере приближения к мосту.
Additional translations
Attributive use of the noun, describing something that narrows toward one end.
Definitions
The candle had a noticeable taper towards the top.
She lit a taper to illuminate the dark room.
The swimmer's taper lasted ten days before the championship meet.
The candle tapers at the top, making it easier to fit into the holder.
The storm is expected to taper off by the evening.
The athlete decided to taper his training sessions before the big race.
The sculptor emphasized the dancer's taper limbs.