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View synonyms for helical
helical
[ hel-i-kuhl, hee-li- ]
helical
/ ˈhɛlɪkəl /
adjective
- of or shaped like a helix; spiral
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Derived Forms
- ˈhelically, adverb
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Other Words From
- heli·cal·ly adverb
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Example Sentences
As the liquid dried into a film, the rodlike fibers settled into helical structures resembling spiral staircases.
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The carriage is supported on helical springs and solid steel wheels.
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To give the water a rotary motion he had inserted a helical piece of angle iron, and so prevented deposition.
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It consisted of a metallic cylinder having a helical indenting groove cut upon it from end to end.
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When the pilot valve opens, the pressure beneath the piston is relieved and it is seated by the helical spring above.
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The translation of a body in helical motion is called its advance.
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