The shape of a helix (6)

I believe the answer is:

spiral

(Other definitions for spiral that I've seen before include "Helical curve" , "Shape of a corkscrew or spring" , "Sort of staircase (could be vicious?)" , "Corkscrew shape (6)." , "Like some staircases" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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