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Taper off Crossword Clue

We've solved the 4-letter crossword answer for Taper off, recently featured on Universal Crossword

By Suryadeepto Sengupta

Modified Nov 21, 2024, 12:31 AM ET

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Hints For Taper off Crossword Clue

1
Definition
To progressively lose its splendor, value, ardor, power, intensity etc.; to decline.
2
Anagram
An anagram of the answer is "ENAW"
3
Synonym
Can also mean "DECLINE", "DECREASE"
4
Antonym
Can be the opposite of "WAX"
5
Another Clue
Another clue for the same answer is Dwindle
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First Letter
The first letter of the answer is "W"

Taper off Crossword Answer

The 4-letter word for Taper off featured on the Universal Crossword, 21 Nov, 2024 (56D) is

WANE

Definitions of WANE:

WANE(noun)

  1. A gradual diminution in power, value, intensity etc.

  2. The lunar phase during which the sun seems to illuminate less of the moon as its sunlit area becomes progressively smaller as visible from Earth.

WANE(verb)

  1. To progressively lose its splendor, value, ardor, power, intensity etc.; to decline.

  2. Said of light that dims or diminishes in strength.

Other Crossword Answers for Taper off

This clue was also featured in other publications that had different answers. We've gathered all possible answers here for you to find in one place.

  • ABATE (5 Letters) - UNIVERSAL Crossword - 29 Sep, 2024
  • DWINDLE (7 Letters) - ATLANTIC Crossword - 12 Jun, 2024
  • WANE (4 Letters) - NEWSDAY Crossword - 22 May, 2024
  • WANE (4 Letters) - LA TIMES Crossword - 13 Dec, 2023

FAQs

Q1: What is another word for Taper off?

Another word for Taper off is WANE.

Q2: When was the Taper off crossword clue last seen in a puzzle?

The Taper off crossword clue was last spotted in the Universal Crossword on 21 Nov, 2024.

Q3: What is the 4-letter word for the Taper off crossword clue?

The 4-letter word for Taper off is WANE.

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