noun🔗ShareSpirale, SchraubenlinieA 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."The DNA molecule is shaped like a double helix, a twisted ladder. "Das DNA-Molekül hat die Form einer Doppelhelix, einer verdrehten Leiter.mathsciencestructurebiologychemistryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareSchraube, SpiraleA small volute under the abacus of a Corinthian capital."The architect pointed out the delicate helix carved under the abacus, highlighting the intricate detail of the Corinthian capital. "Der Architekt wies auf die zarte Schraube unter dem Abakus hin und hob die komplizierten Details des korinthischen Kapitells hervor.architectureartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareOhrmuschelrandThe incurved rim of the external ear."The earring was designed to follow the curve of her helix, the rim of her ear. "Der Ohrring war so konzipiert, dass er der Krümmung ihres Ohrmuschelrandes, dem Rand ihres Ohrs, folgt.anatomybodymedicinephysiologypartorganChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareEine 360°-Drehung in der Luft beim PlayboatingAn upside down midair 360° spin in playboating."The kayaker launched off the wave and executed a perfect helix, landing cleanly back in the water. "Der Kajakfahrer startete von der Welle und führte eine perfekte 360°-Drehung aus, um sauber wieder im Wasser zu landen.sportentertainmentactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareSich schrauben, sich windenTo form or cause to form a helix."The vine tendril began to helix around the post, seeking support as it grew. "Die Ranke begann sich um den Pfosten zu schrauben und suchte beim Wachsen nach Halt.structurebiologychemistryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
