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Tapering

Yes, tapering is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 11 points in Scrabble.

What does tapering mean?

noun

  1. the act of gradually lowering the size or amount the doctor prescribed the tapering of the dose

adjective

  1. becoming gradually narrower long tapering fingers
  2. gradually decreasing until little remains

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for tapering

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants3 / 5
Scrabble points11
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of tapering

  • retaping

Words you can make from tapering

Unscramble TAPERING for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is tapering a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Tapering is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is tapering worth in Scrabble?

Tapering is worth 11 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does tapering mean?

Tapering means: the act of gradually lowering the size or amount.