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1. (n.) linden
any tree of the genus Tilia, as T. americana, of North America, having fragrant yellowish white flowers and heart-shaped toothed leaves.
2. linden
the soft, light, white wood of any of these trees.
Etymology: (1570–80; n. use of obs. linden (adj.) of the linden, ME, OE =
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1. (noun) basswood, linden
soft light-colored wood of any of various linden trees; used in making crates and boxes and in carving and millwork
2. (noun) linden, linden tree, basswood, lime, lime tree
any of various deciduous trees of the genus Tilia with heart-shaped leaves and drooping cymose clusters of yellowish often fragrant flowers; several yield valuable timber
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1. (noun) linden
a handsome tree (Tilia Europaea), having cymes of light yellow flowers, and large cordate leaves. The tree is common in Europe
2. (noun) linden
in America, the basswood, or Tilia Americana
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