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helix

DEFINITIONS OF: helix

1

n a curve that lies on the surface of a cylinder or cone and cuts the element at a constant angle

Synonyms:
spiral
Types:
double helix
a pair of parallel helices intertwined about a common axis
Type of:
curve, curved shape
the trace of a point whose direction of motion changes

n a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops

Synonyms:
coil, spiral, volute, whorl
Types:
hank
a coil of rope or wool or yarn
skein
coils of worsted yarn
Type of:
construction, structure
a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts
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