Linden
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noun


(1)   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
(2)   Soft light-colored wood of any of various linden trees; used in making crates and boxes and in carving and millwork
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Etymology


From linden. The noun developed from the adjective.

Noun



  1. Any of various deciduous trees of the genus Tilia, having heart-shaped leaves.
  2. The soft wood of such trees.
 
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