GRE taper Definition To gradually narrow or reduce in thickness or extent. 中文 逐渐变窄或减少厚度或范围。 Example "The candle tapers toward the top." Sign in to save GRE Quiz → ← tape tapering → Study tips featuring "taper" Force Contrast Between Two Similar Words Uncover the Hidden Stories Behind GRE Words Write GRE Words Into Your Own Sentences Related words GRE awe GRE smithereens GRE abacus SAT abase GRE abash GRE abate GRE abbreviate GRE abbreviation SAT abdicate SAT abdomen GRE abduct GRE aberrant