noun
linden
LIN-dun/ˈlɪndən/
A deciduous tree with fragrant flowers and heart-shaped leaves.
A linden shades the sidewalk and fills the air with fragrance.
Etymology
Lind was already the tree's name. The adjectival form meant “of linden wood,” then became a noun naming the tree itself.
In context
The leaves from the linden rustled against her window as they were blown from the branches
More examples
- Bees gather around the linden's fragrant flowers.
- She recognizes the linden by its heart-shaped leaves.
- We planted two lindens along the driveway.
Forms
linden · lindens
Similar words
- basswood
- Usually refers to American lindens, rather than every linden species.