Helix
/ˈhiːlɪks/
Scrabble:15 ptsWWF:15 pts5 letters
Definition of Helix
noun
- A curve on the surface of a cylinder or cone such that its angle to a plane perpendicular to the axis is constant; the three-dimensional curve seen in a screw or a spiral staircase.
- A small volute under the abacus of a Corinthian capital.
- The incurved rim of the external ear.
- An upside down midair 360° spin in playboating.
Anagrams of Helix
No exact anagrams found for "helix". This word has a unique letter combination.
Related Word Patterns
Synonyms & Antonyms
SYNONYMS
Letter Values
h4
e1
l1
i1
x8
Total: 15 Scrabble points
Rhymes With Helix
Word Validity & Sources
SOWPODS (International Scrabble): Valid
TWL (US/Canada Scrabble): Valid
Words With Friends: Valid
Last verified: December 2024
Dictionary data sourced from SOWPODS (178,691 words), combining TWL (Tournament Word List) and the Collins Scrabble Words dictionary. Definitions from Free Dictionary API and Wordnik.
About the Word "Helix"
Helix is a 5-letter word that scores 15 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends.
Using "Helix" in Word Games
When playing Scrabble or Words With Friends, "helix" is a high-scoring word. It contains the letter X, which is worth 8 points.