I. ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
Etymology: bass (IV) + wood
1.
a. : a tree of the genus Tilia (especially T. americana ) — called also bass, linden ; see tree illustration
b. : the wood of any of these trees
2.
a. : tulip tree
b. : the wood of this tree
II. adjective
: of or relating to a basswood : made of basswood