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How to pronounce “helix”
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Pronunciation guide for helix
- Learning goal
- Practice the English pronunciation of helix with real speech in context.
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- Real speech example
- How video game skills can get you ahead in life
like this helix,
- Definition summary
- (mathematics) 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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How to pronounce helix
How video game skills can get you ahead in life
like this helix,
Example Sentences
A Deep Dive Into “helix”
Meaning
- [Noun]
- (mathematics) 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.
- (architecture) A small volute under the abacus of a Corinthian capital.
- (anatomy) The incurved rim of the external ear.
- An upside down midair 360° spin in playboating.
- [Verb]
- To form or cause to form a helix.
Practice Nearby Words
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