Synonyms: candle, taper, wax light
Definition: stick of wax with a wick in the middle
Similar words: lamp
Definition: an artificial source of visible illumination
Definition: a loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame
Similar words: cord
Definition: a line made of twisted fibers or threads
Usage: the bundle was tied with a cord
Synonyms: taper
Definition: the property possessed by a shape that narrows toward a point (as a wedge or cone)
Similar words: narrowing
Definition: an instance of becoming narrow
Synonyms: taper
Definition: a convex shape that narrows toward a point
Similar words: convex shape, convexity
Definition: a shape that curves or bulges outward
Synonyms: taper
Definition: diminish gradually
Usage: Interested tapered off
Similar words: fall, lessen, diminish, decrease
Definition: decrease in size, extent, or range
Usage: The amount of homework decreased towards the end of the semester; The cabin pressure fell dramatically; her weight fell to under a hundred pounds; his voice fell to a whisper
Synonyms: taper, sharpen, point
Definition: give a point to
Usage: The candles are tapered
Similar words: deform, change form, change shape
Definition: assume a different shape or form