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Helices

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.

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noun
  1. 1

    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. 2

    A small volute under the abacus of a Corinthian capital.

  3. 3

    The incurved rim of the external ear.

  4. 4

    An upside down midair 360° spin in playboating.

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