helix 
1. a curve that lies on the surface of a cylinder or cone and cuts the element at a constant angle • Syn: spiral • Derivationally related forms: spiral (for: spiral) • Hypernyms: curve, curved shape • Hyponyms: double helix 2. a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops - a coil of rope • Syn: coil, spiral, volute, whorl • Derivationally related forms: helical, volute (for: volute), spiral (for: spiral), coil (for: coil) • Hypernyms: structure, construction • Hyponyms: hank
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