Definitions of helical [ˈhɛl ɪ kəl, ˈhi lɪ-]

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Definition of 'helical'

1. (adj.) helical
pertaining to or having the form of a helix; spiral.

Etymology: (1605–15)

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1. (adj) coiling, helical, spiral, spiraling, volute, voluted, whorled, turbinate
in the shape of a coil

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Webster Dictionary

1. (adj) helical
of or pertaining to, or in the form of, a helix; spiral; as, a helical staircase; a helical spring

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helianthus maximilianii helianthus petiolaris helianthus tuberosus helical helichrysum helichrysum bracteatum helichrysum secundiflorum

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