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tapered

/ˈteɪpərd/ American
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  • adj. 锥形的, 尖削的, 渐窄的
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Definition
  • adj. gradually becoming narrower toward one end
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Example
The candle had a tapered top that narrowed toward the flame.
这支蜡烛的顶部逐渐收窄,朝着烛芯变细。
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