Corkscrew shape Crossword Clue

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Corkscrew shape Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops
2. a curve that lies on the surface of a cylinder or cone and cuts the element at a constant angle
(verb)
1. move in a spiral or zigzag course
2. to wind or move in a spiral course
(adjective)
1. in the shape of a coil

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

CORKSCREW (noun)
1. a bottle opener that pulls corks
CORKSCREW (verb)
1. move in a spiral or zigzag course
SHAPE (noun)
1. the visual appearance of something or someone
2. a perceptual structure
SHAPE (verb)
1. make something, usually for a specific function
2. shape or influence; give direction to

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

HELIX
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