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Cyclical vs Helix - What's the difference?

cyclical | helix |

As an adjective cyclical

is recurring at regular intervals.

As a proper noun helix is

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cyclical

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • recurring at regular intervals

    • Synonyms

    * cyclic * periodic

    helix

    English

    Noun

    (en-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.

    • Synonyms

    * (curve) spiral (not in technical use)

    Derived terms

    * alpha helix * double helix * helical * helically * hemihelix

    Related terms

    * helicopter * left-handed * right-handed * spiral