helical

(heli kəl)

adjective

of, or having the form of, a helix; spiral

Origin: helic(o)- + -al

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See helical in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
  1. Of or having the shape of a helix; spiral.
  2. Having a shape approximating that of a helix.

Related Forms:

  • helˈi·cal·ly adverb

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