Synonyms for Taper (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (a loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame):
wickWordNet sense 2 (stick of wax with a wick in the middle):
candle, wax lightWordNet sense 3 (give a point to):
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