Advertisement
Vocabulary Entry
helix
|noun • verb
Advertisement
N
noun
A spiral or coil shape, often referring to the structure of DNA.
Example Sentences
"The double helix structure of DNA encodes genetic information."
"The ladder-like model of DNA is often visualized as a twisted helix."
"The artist used a helix pattern to create a dynamic sculpture."
V
verb
To form or move in a spiral shape.
Example Sentences
"The smoke began to helix upward into the sky."
"As the dancer moved, her scarf helixed around her body gracefully."
"The vine helixed around the trellis, seeking sunlight."