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Helix vs Elix - What's the difference?

helix | elix |

As a proper noun helix

is .

As a verb elix is

to draw out or extract.

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

    elix

    English

    Verb

  • To draw out or extract.

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