Linden Common

Linden has 5 different meanings across 2 categories:

Definitions

Noun

soft light-colored wood of any of various linden trees; used in making crates and boxes and in carving and millwork

"The carpenter selected a piece of linden for the intricate box because its soft, light-colored grain was perfect for detailed carving."

basswood linden

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

"The old linden tree in the town square stands out for its large, heart-shaped leaves and clusters of sweet-smelling yellow blooms."

linden linden tree basswood lime lime tree

Any of various deciduous trees of the genus Tilia, having heart-shaped leaves.

"We planted several linden along the street because their large, heart-shaped leaves provide perfect shade in summer."

Adjective

Made of lime-wood.

"The old fence was constructed entirely from linden, giving it a distinctive pale yellow hue and soft texture."

Proper Noun

An English surname, from Old English, a variant of Lyndon.

"During the genealogy research trip, we discovered that my great-grandfather was actually named Linden, an old family name derived from the village where they originally settled."