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helix

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Learn the meaning of helix with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

helix

(noun)

Meaning

a three-dimensional spiral shape

Example

"The DNA structure is shaped like a helix, allowing for complex genetic functions."

Synonyms

spiralcoil

More about this word

Word origin
From Greek 'helix', meaning spiral.
Related word forms
  • noun: helical