What does "helicoid" mean?

A minimal surface in the form of a flattened helix

What is a synonym for "helicoid"?

Common synonyms include: anfractuous, corkscrew, helical, spiral, volute, whorled.

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From Ancient Greek ἑλικοειδής (helikoeidḗs); morphologically, from helico- + -id.