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helical Meaning & Definition

/ˈhɛl.ɪ.kəl/

What Does Helical Mean?

Helical is an adjective that means In the shape of a helix.

Helical at a Glance

Part of speechadjective
Pronunciation/ˈhɛl.ɪ.kəl/
Syllables3
Synonymscoiled, spiral and volute
Comparative / superlativemore helical, most helical

Helical Definition (Adjective)

  1. In the shape of a helix.

Synonyms of Helical

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Word Forms & Grammar

helical (comparative more helical, superlative most helical)

Words That Rhyme With Helical

Origin of Helical

By surface analysis, helic- +‎ -al.

Helical Pronunciation

Helical is pronounced /ˈhɛl.ɪ.kəl/ and has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (hɛl).

Quick Answers About Helical

What part of speech is helical?

Helical is an adjective.

What is another word for helical?

Close synonyms of helical are coiled, spiral and volute. See the full list of helical synonyms and antonyms.

What are the comparative and superlative forms of helical?

The comparative form is more helical and the superlative form is most helical.

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