1. (noun) helix, spiral
a curve that lies on the surface of a cylinder or cone and cuts the element at a constant angle
Synonyms: whorl, spiral, genus Helix, coil, volute, helix
2. (noun) coil, spiral, volute, whorl, helix
a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops
Synonyms: lock, genus Helix, gyre, volute, coil, roll, ringlet, spiral, helix, curl, scroll, whorl, curlicue
3. (noun) Helix, genus Helix
type genus of the family Helicidae
Synonyms: whorl, spiral, genus Helix, coil, volute
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