Helixate
/ˈhɛlɪkeɪt/noun
To form or arrange into a helix or spiral.
Did you know?Helixate ultimately comes from Ancient Greek ἕλιξ, meaning a spiral or twisted object—the same root behind “helicopter,” whose name literally refers to spiral-winged flight.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
ἕλιξ (helix)
“A spiral, coil, or twisted object”
Classical Latin
Latin
helix
“A spiral or winding curve; also a type of climbing plant”
17th Century
English
helix
“A three-dimensional spiral, especially in geometry”
19th Century
Scientific English
helix
“A spiral structure or form in anatomy, mechanics, and natural science”
Modern English
English
helixate
“To make or become helix-shaped; to arrange in a spiral”
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