adjective
- becoming gradually narrower toward one end
noun
- the process of gradually becoming narrower
- the gradual reduction of something
Examples
- The candle had a tapering shape that came to a point at the top.
- The tower’s tapering design made it appear taller than it actually was.
- The tapering of the pencil made it easier to write with precision.
- The doctor recommended a gradual tapering of the medication.
- The company announced a tapering of production due to reduced demand.
- Her fingers showed a graceful tapering toward the tips.
- The tapering branches of the pine tree swayed in the wind.