helix
noun [ C ] uk/ˈhiː.lɪks/ us/ˈhiː.lɪks/ helices
(SHAPE)
mathematics specialized螺旋（形）
a curve that goes around a central tube or cone shape in the form of a spiral
(OF EAR)
anatomy specialized耳轮
the curved edge around the top of the outer ear
The helix is a popular site for ear piercings. 耳轮是打耳孔的常用位置。
helical
adjective specialized uk/ˈhiː.lɪ.kəl/ us/ˈhiː.lɪ.kəl/
螺旋形的
in the shape of a helix
helical molecules 螺旋形分子
a helical structure 螺旋结构