spiral worm
The term "spiral worm" can refer to a biological organism, a geometric concept, or an engineering tool, depending on the context.
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Definition
C1Biology
(technical)A parasitic nematode known for its spiral-shaped body, such as Synhimantus spiralis.
Example
- The spiral worm, Synhimantus spiralis, is often found in the intestines of birds.
C1Geometry
(technical, academic)A plane curve formed by a point winding around a fixed point at an increasing distance.
Example
- The mathematician explained the properties of a spiral worm in the context of complex plane curves.
C1Engineering
(technical)A tool used to extract broken rods from boreholes by gripping and turning.
Example
- The engineer used a spiral worm to remove the damaged rod from the drilling site.
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