helix

noun
UK: /ˈhiːlɪks/
US: /ˈhiːlɪks/

  1. A shape like a spiral staircase or a coil.

    1. The rope was wound in a helix.
    2. The scientist examined the DNA helix under the microscope to find mutations.

  2. An object having a spiral shape.

    1. The slide was shaped as a helix.
    2. The winding helix of the rollercoaster made riders scream with excitement.

Synonyms

spiral coil scroll convolution
helix verb

  1. To form or wind into a helix shape.

    1. The metal wire will helix around the core.
    2. The vine began to helix itself around the support beam as it grew.
helix adjective

  1. Shaped like a helix; spiral.

    1. The building has a helix design.
    2. The architect incorporated a helix staircase into the building's design.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "helix" in English means: A shape like a spiral staircase or a coil., An object having a spiral shape..

The phonetic transcription of "helix" is /ˈhiːlɪks/ in British English and /ˈhiːlɪks/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "helix": spiral, coil, scroll, convolution.

Example usage of "helix": "The rope was wound in a helix.". More examples on the page.