English

Etymology
From L. helix#Latin|helix < AGr. polytonic|�λιξ� (helix) "something twisted or spiral"

Pronunciation
IPA|/�hi�lɪks/, SAMPA|/"hi:lIks/
audio|en-us-helix.ogg|Audio (US)

Noun
wikipedia
en-noun|helixes|pl2=helices

1. mathematics A curve on the surface of a cylinder or cone such that its angle to a plane perpendicular to the axis is constant; the three-dimensional curve seen in a screw or a spiral staircase.
2. architecture A small volute under the abacus of a Corinthian capital.
3. anatomy The incurved rim of the external ear.

Synonyms
(curve): spiral (not in technical use)

Translations
trans-top|curve
Danish: skruelinje
French: hélice f
trans-mid
Japanese: JAchar|�� (JAchar|���, rasen)
Swedish: helix
trans-bottom

trans-top|in architecture
trans-mid
trans-bottom

trans-top|of the ear
trans-mid
trans-bottom

Proper noun
Helix

1. zoology A genus of land snail containing many species.

Translations

mid

Derived terms
alpha helix
double helix
helical

Related terms
helicopter

See also
left-handed
right-handed
spiral

Category:Greek derivations

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io:helix
fi:helix
sv:helix
vi:helix
zh:helix

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