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taper in Malay

runcing

UK/ˈteɪpə//ˈteɪpɚ/

taper in Malay: runcing, runjung. In English, taper means a slender wax candle.

Malay words for taper

to become thinner or narrower at one end
runcing, runjung

English meaning of taper

  1. noun A slender wax candle.
  2. noun A small light.
  3. noun A tapering form; gradual diminution of thickness and/or cross section in an elongated object.
  4. noun The portion of an object with such a form.

Full definition of taper

taper in a sentence

  • the taper of a spire
  • The legs of the table had a slight taper to them.
  • ensuring the cleanliness of the taper of a machine tool spindle or of a tool shank

Synonyms of taper

taper in other languages

Questions about taper in Malay

What is the meaning of taper in Malay?
Taper in Malay is runcing, runjung.
Apakah maksud taper dalam bahasa Melayu?
Taper: runcing, runjung.
What does taper mean in English?
Taper means a slender wax candle.

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