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ἑλίκη

ἑλίκη, winding

ἑλῐκ-η, ἡ, (ἕλιξ)
  • winding: hence,
    • I the constellation of the Great Bear, from its revolving round the pole, Arat. 37, A.R. 3.1195.
    • II convolution of a spiral shell, Arist. HA 524b12, PA 680a22, al.; of the bowels, ib. 682a15; of the ear, Id. GA 781b15.
    • III in Arcadia, crack willow, Salix fragilis, from its pliant nature, Thphr. HP 3.13.7.

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