The gradual reduction of diameter in a stem of a tree or a log from the base to the top.
An instrument used to enlarge the diameter of piercings. Usually consists of a stainless steel rod whose diameter gradually decreases along its length. Available in gauges, where the stated gauge represents the diameter of the thicker end.
The decrease in diameter of the stem of a tree or of a log from the base to upwards. Cf. From
The final preparation phase, sometimes referred to as the resting phase of a senior swimmer at the end of the season; a slow, gradual reduction of work loads and intensities in preparation for a championship meet.
diminish gradually; "Interested tapered off"
a long, needle-like tool that gradually thickens to the size you desire
Is a rod that is larger at one end than it is at the other end. It is used to stretch the opening of a piercing.
"Term used to describe an insertion taper pin. Used to insert jewellery into a piercing that has shrunk or to stretch up an existing piercing. The taper is rounded and thinner in gauge at the tip and progressively thickens at the jewellery-coupling end."
decrease in diameter of trunk and branches from the base toward the tip.
A gradual decrease in thickness or width of an elongated object. To make or become gradually narrower toward one end. To become gradually smaller.
a cone shaped, needle-like object used to stretch piercings while gauging or stretching.
A gradual reduction in thickness.
The difference between the diameter of the cylinder bore at the bottom and at the top, just below the ridge.
The final preparation phase, sometimes referred to as “rest”. The slow gradual reduction of workloads and intensities in preparation for season ending competition.
Reducing gradually in width or diameter.
A board that becomes gradually smaller toward one end.
The amount of change in the diameter of a log from the butt end to the top end.
1. A gradual and uniform decrease in size, as of a round or rectangular piece or hole. 2. The factory edge that is progressively rced in caliper from the face to the outer edge allowing for the concealment of joint tape below the plane of the gypsum board surface.
Taper refers to how certain plastic drums and pails gradually become narrower toward the bottom to allow stacking.
A rod, usually of stainless steel, that is larger at one end than the other and is used to stretch the opening of a piercing. These are available in gauges to match the size you desire to stretch your piercing to. You put the smaller end through your piercing and gradually ease the taper through until the larger end has stretched the opening to the desired gauge.
A gradual and uniform decrease in the width or thickness of a board. Home Improvement Encyclopedia
The process of placing safety cones so as to gradually channel the flow of traffic.
In cymbal making, taper refers to the gradual change in thickness from the bell to the rim of the cymbal. It is one of the key features that determines the tone of the cymbal.