helicoidal
- adjective
- /ˌhɛlɪˈkɔɪdəl/
- Specialized
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helicoidal
- The helicoidal staircase spiraled elegantly up the building.
Examples
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The DNA molecule is famous for its helicoidal double-helix shape.
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Some shells have a helicoidal structure that protects the animal inside.
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The architect designed a helicoidal staircase that became the centerpiece of the building.
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She designed a helicoidal sculpture for the art exhibit.
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The staircase features a helicoidal design, gracefully winding around a central pillar.
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The chef used a helicoidal pastry cutter to create beautifully spiraled dough decorations.
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In nature, the helicoidal structure of certain seashells allows them to efficiently grow in a compact way.
Synonyms
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3.8
Having a curved shape that winds around a center like a coil
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6.7
In the shape of a spiral, like a twisted staircase
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4.3
Shaped like tight rings or spirals
Shaped like a spiral that turns around a center
Arranged in a circle or spiral around a plant stem
A round shape with spiral arms like a child's pinwheel
How Helical
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word helicoidal comes from the Greek root helix, seen as helico-, meaning 'spiral' or 'twist'. Think of a staircase that turns around a central pole, so helicoidal describes something that winds or turns around an axis.