SKIP TO CONTENT

tapered

/ˈteɪpərd/
/ˈteɪpəd/
IPA guide

Definitions of tapered
  1. adjective
    becoming gradually narrower
    “trousers with tapered legs”
    synonyms: narrowing, tapering
    narrow
    not wide
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘tapered'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family