superhelix

noun

su·​per·​he·​lix ˈsü-pər-ˌhē-liks How to pronounce superhelix (audio)
superhelical adjective

Word History

First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of superhelix was in 1952

Dictionary Entries Near superhelix

Cite this Entry

“Superhelix.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/superhelix. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

superhelix

noun
su·​per·​he·​lix ˈsü-pər-ˌhē-liks How to pronounce superhelix (audio)
superhelicity noun
plural superhelicities
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