solenoidal

/sɒlɪnoʊˈdɪəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a solenoid, especially in having a helical or spiral shape

“The solenoidal shape of the pipe made it difficult to fit through the tight space.”

2. noun

a solenoid, especially one used in electrical engineering or physics

“The researcher studied the properties of the solenoidal device.”

Synonyms

  • helical
  • spiral

Antonyms

  • linear