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(1):

(n.) A nonplane curve whose tangents are all equally inclined to a given plane. The common helix is the curve formed by the thread of the ordinary screw. It is distinguished from the spiral, all the convolutions of which are in the plane.

(2):

(n.) A genus of land snails, including a large number of species.

(3):

(n.) The incurved margin or rim of the external ear. See Illust. of Ear.

(4):

(n.) A caulicule or little volute under the abacus of the Corinthian capital.

Bibliography Information
Webster, Noah. Entry for 'Helix'. Noah Webster's American Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​web/​h/helix.html. 1828.
 
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