helical
adjective specialized uk/ˈhiː.lɪ.kəl/ us/ˈhiː.lɪ.kəl/
螺旋的
in the shape of a helix (= a curve that goes around a central tube or cone shape in the form of a spiral)
helical molecules 螺旋分子
a helical structure 螺旋结构
DNA is a double-stranded, helical molecule that resembles a twisted rope ladder with wooden rungs. DNA是一种双链螺旋分子，类似于带有木横档的扭曲绳梯。
See: helix
- More examples
- The core of the house is built around a spectacular helical staircase.
- Watson and Crick discovered the double helical structure of DNA.
- Long pipes and spiraled, or helical, anchors hold the boardwalk in place.