ˈlindən noun
( -s )
Etymology: probably from (assumed) obsolete English linden, adjective, made of linden wood, from Middle English linden, from Old English, from lind + -en
1. : a tree of the genus Tilia: as
a. : a large European tree ( T. europaea ) that is usually thought to be a natural hybrid and is much used for ornamental and street planting — called also European linden, lime
b. : a tall forest tree ( T. americana or T. glabra ) of eastern and central No. America — called also American linden, basswood: see tree illustration
2. : the light soft fine-grained white wood of linden ; especially : basswood 1b
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linden 1: branch with bract and fruit
]