The Clue
Long waxed wicks (6 letter answer)
The Answer
TAPERS
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Notes
The answer TAPERS is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 900 puzzles.
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Definition
TAPER as a noun:
1. a convex shape that narrows toward a point
2. the property possessed by a shape that narrows toward a point (as a wedge or cone)
3. (wick, taper) = a loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame
4. (candle, taper, wax light) = stick of wax with a wick in the middle
TAPER as a verb:
1. diminish gradually; "Interested tapered off"
2. (sharpen, taper, point) = give a point to; "The candles are tapered"