basswood

noun

bass·​wood ˈbas-ˌwu̇d How to pronounce basswood (audio)
1
: any of several New World lindens
especially : linden sense 1b
2
: the straight-grained soft white wood of a basswood

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Someone used a chainsaw to illegally cut down five burr and basswood trees along the walking and bike paths at Cedar Lake, causing thousands of dollars in damage, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board says. Axios Twin Cities, Axios, 5 Mar. 2025 Here, fresh basswood branches are paired with shades of yellow for a cheerful and sophisticated decor scheme. Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2025 Later, intricate portraits were carved on basswood, poplar and oak panels and applied to the side and front panel of a Yamaha Disklavier. Robert Ito, New York Times, 26 Dec. 2024 With four basswood paddles, two outdoor and two indoor balls, and a bag to carry everything, this set can be utilized in all four seasons. Greg Manlove, Rolling Stone, 12 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for basswood

Word History

First Known Use

1670, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of basswood was in 1670

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“Basswood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/basswood. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.

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basswood

noun
bass·​wood ˈbas-ˌwu̇d How to pronounce basswood (audio)
: any of several linden trees
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