The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word HELIX which also is the latest solution we found used in Chronicle of Higher Education in 2015.
Coiled shape crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| HELIX | 100 % | 5 |
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Coiled shape
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- spiral
- helix
- curl
- curls
- roll
- convolute
- strombuliform
- bun
- drum
- frum
- helicoid
- rolled
Crossword Answer definitions
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.
- To form or cause to form a helix.
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