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May 26, 2012
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Synonyms for helix

Noun

1. helix, spiral, curve, curved shape
usage: a curve that lies on the surface of a cylinder or cone and cuts the element at a constant angle
2. coil, spiral, volute, whorl, helix, structure, construction
usage: a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops; "a coil of rope"
3. Helix, genus Helix, mollusk genus
usage: type genus of the family Helicidae
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