NYT Dictionary

HELICAL

/ˈhɛl.ɪ.kəl/
AdjectiveHEL-i-calhel-i-cal · 3 syllablesGrade 7

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2022, 2024, 2026

Meaning

In the shape of a helix.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

By surface analysis, helic- + -al.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

helicinespiralcoilingspiralingvolutevolutedwhorledturbinatespirallinganfractuous

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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