american linden

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noun american linden any tree of the genus Tilia, as T. americana (American linden) or T. europaea (European linden) having fragrant yellowish-white flowers and heart-shaped leaves, grown as an ornamental or shade tree. Compare linden family. 1
noun american linden the soft, light, white wood of any of these trees, used for making furniture and in the construction of houses, boxes, etc. 1

before 1775

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