Heliced

/ˈhɛlɪst/ adjective

Definition

Shaped into or marked with a helix or spiral pattern; twisted in a helical manner.

Etymology

From 'helix' with the past participle suffix '-ed,' suggesting something that has been formed or shaped into a helix.

Kelly Says

A heliced pattern appears in nature constantly—from galaxies to hurricanes to the way ivy climbs a wall—it's one of the universe's favorite shapes because it's so efficient!

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